Tag: pecan

Christmas, Desserts

Pecan Butter Cookies

These cookies are an annual Christmas tradition.  I’ve been making these since I was about 10 years old.  My son and I make them together every Christmas Eve.   Pecan Butter Cookies 1/2 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon vanilla1 cup pecans, chopped1 cup flour1 cup powdered sugar (10x or icing sugar) Mix the butter, […]

Desserts

Toasted Pecan Pie Crust

Toasted Pecan Pie Crust 2 Cups toasted pecans 2 teaspoons butter, melted 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 4 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon water Lay the pecans on a parchment lined baking sheet and roast for about 2-3 minutes in a 350 degree oven. Watch them carefully Remove and place the pecans in a food processor and […]

Christmas, Thanksgiving

Cranberry-Orange Pecan Bread

It’s been quite a while since my last post — Work, my son, real-life has been so busy over the past 6 weeks or so. I’m finally coming up for air, and with a huge sigh of relief. I’m looking forward to the Thanksgiving holiday — 4 whole days off in a row!! And I […]