SPICED HOLIDAY PRALINES
Living in the South, Elizabeth Choinski has seen plenty of pralines in her time, flavored with the likes of chocolate and coffee. But she had never come upon pralines imbued with the classic spice flavors of the holidays. So she made her own, mixing cloves and cinnamon into the pot. The resulting pralines are superb: aromatic, creamy as they melt in your mouth, then crunchy from the nuts.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories brunch, lunch, appetizer
Time 50m
Yield 2 dozen pieces
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cane syrup, pecans and 1/2 cup water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 235 degrees on a candy thermometer.
- Remove saucepan from heat and immediately stir in butter, vanilla extract and spices. Allow mixture to cool for 10 minutes.
- Carefully using a hand-held mixer, or a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whip until mixture changes to a lighter color and becomes creamy and just starts to stiffen as it cools (it should still be warm). The pecans will break up a bit.
- Use a tablespoon-size cookie dough scoop to drop mixture onto two parchment-paper-lined baking sheets (12 pralines on each sheet). Use a spatula to flatten each praline. Let cool completely and store in a tin, creating separate layers with wax paper.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 161, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 3 milligrams, Sugar 22 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CANDIED PECANS
These candied pecans are perfect to serve with cocktails or toss over salads, and the best part is that they take just 15 minutes to make!
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield Makes 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Confectioners' sugar, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and water.
- Add the pecans to the sugar mixture and stir until the nuts are evenly coated.
- Transfer the pecans to the prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer. Do your best to make sure the nuts are evenly spread out (if they are clumped together, they won't cook evenly). Scrape out every last bit of glaze from the bowl and drizzle over the nuts. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the pecans are caramelized and the caramel on the baking sheet is a rich brown color but not burnt. (The nuts around the edges will darken first; watch closely so they don't burn.)
- Immediately slide the parchment off of the hot baking sheet and allow the pecans to cool completely on the countertop (this stops the cooking process and prevents the nuts from burning). Once cool, remove the pecans from the parchment, breaking apart any clusters if necessary, and store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
- Note: If the nuts are sticky after cooling, that means they are a bit undercooked. Pop them back in the oven for a few minutes and let cool again.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 cup, Calories 217, Fat 20 g, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sugar 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Sodium 178 mg, Cholesterol 0 mg
STOVETOP CARAMELIZED PECANS
It's easy to make caramelized pecans, right on your stove! You can customize these pecans to have sweet, salty, and spicy flavors, to your personal preferences.
Provided by Amanda Biddle
Categories Snack
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet over medium high heat, melt together brown sugar and water until rapidly bubbling. Add pecans, stirring thoroughly to coat. Cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes, until fragrant and most of the liquid has evaporated. (But not so long at the sugars burn.)
- Spread pecans into a single layer onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, and use a fork to separate them. Let stand at room temperature for about an hour, until fully cooled, set, and dry. (Pecans will be only very slightly tacky to the touch.)
- Break apart any pecan clusters and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 4 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PECAN PRALINES
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 30m
Yield 15 to 20 pralines
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except the pecans in a heavy saucepan. Over medium heat stir mixture until it comes to a boil. Turn heat down to medium-low and continue to stir. Spoon mixture up on sides of pan to melt any sugar that hasn't melted.
- Cook until mixture reaches 238 to 241 degrees F on a candy thermometer or soft ball stage. Stir in the pecans. Remove from heat. Stir until the mixture begins to thicken and becomes creamy and cloudy. Drop onto parchment paper, buttered pan or buttered marble slab, using a spoon or ice cream scoop. Let cool.
- A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.
PECAN-PRALINE CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL SAUCE
You can use store-bought pralines to make the crust, but Big Sugar's quick praline recipe is worth the extra effort, as is the buttery caramel sauce that gets pooled on top. Add at least 6 hours to overnight chill time to cook time.... Can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Provided by GoldsmithLissa
Categories Cheesecake
Time 1h45m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the crust: Preheat the oven to 375°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Wrap the outside of a 10-inch round springform pan with foil.
- In a medium bowl, toss the pecans with 1/2 teaspoon of the butter, 1/2 tablespoon of the granulated sugar, the brown sugar, the cream and salt. Spread the nuts on the prepared baking sheet and arrange them, right side up in a single layer. Bake for about 18 minutes, until the sugar is caramelized and the pecans are toasted. Let cool.
- Transfer all but 12 of the pecans to a food processor. Add the graham crackers and pulse until finely ground. Add the remaining stick of melted butter and 1/3 cup of granulated sugar and pulse until the crumbs are moistened. Press the crumbs over the bottom of the pan and two-thirds of the way up the side of the prepared springform pan.
- Make the filling: In a clean food processor, pulse the cream cheese with the sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, and pulse until incorporated. Scrape down the side of the bowl. Pulse in the vanilla and sour cream. Scrape the batter into the pan and bake in the center of the oven for about 1 hour, until the top of the cheesecake is lightly golden in spots and the center is slightly jiggly. Transfer the cake to a rack and let cool completely. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate overnight.
- Unwrap the cheesecake and discard the foil. Remove the ring and transfer the cake to a plate. Arrange the 12 reserved pecans on top. Using a warm, slightly moistened knife, cut the cake into wedges, wiping and rewetting the blade between slices. Transfer the slices to plates and pour some of the Caramel Sauce on top. Serve with the remaining Caramel Sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.6, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 108.1, Sodium 239.7, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 24.2, Protein 6.3
HOT AND SPICY PECANS
These pecans aren't too hot, but you can leave out the red pepper if you like them milder, or increase it to taste. These make a great snack or appetizer for the holidays, or anytime.
Provided by Diane Kester
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Spicy
Time 40m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix butter, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Stir in the pecans, and gently toss with chili powder to coat.
- Spread coated pecans on a medium baking sheet, and cook 30 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring approximately every 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 62 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
PECAN-PRALINE CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL SAUCE
You can use store-bought pralines to make the crust for this fluffy cheesecake, but Big Sugar's quick praline recipe is worth the extra effort, as is the buttery caramel sauce that gets pooled on top.;) Recipe by Lisa Ritter. From: Big Sugar's Blockbuster Desserts, published in the March 2008 edition of Food & Wine Magazine. Chilling Time - overnight.
Provided by Manami
Categories Cheesecake
Time 1h45m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- PREPARE THE CRUST::
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper & wrap the outside of a 10-inch round springform pan with foil.
- In a medium bowl, toss the pecans with 1/2 teaspoon of the butter, 1/2 tablespoon of the granulated sugar, the brown sugar, the cream and salt.
- Spread the nuts on the prepared baking sheet and arrange them, right side up in a single layer.
- Bake for about 18 minutes, until the sugar is caramelized and the pecans are toasted; let cool.
- Transfer all but 12 of the pecans to a food processor.
- Add the graham crackers and pulse until finely ground.
- Add the remaining stick of melted butter and 1/3 cup of granulated sugar and pulse until the crumbs are moistened.
- Press the crumbs over the bottom of the pan and two-thirds of the way up the side of the prepared springform pan.
- PREPARE THE FILLING:.
- In a clean food processor, pulse the cream cheese with the sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, and pulse until incorporated.
- Scrape down the side of the bowl.
- Pulse in the vanilla and sour cream.
- Scrape the batter into the pan and bake in the center of the oven for about 1 hour, until the top of the cheesecake is lightly golden in spots and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Transfer the cake to a rack and let cool completely.
- Wrap in plastic and refrigerate overnight.
- Unwrap the cheesecake and discard the foil.
- Remove the ring and transfer the cake to a plate.
- Arrange the 12 reserved pecans on top.
- Using a warm, slightly moistened knife, cut the cake into wedges, wiping and rewetting the blade between slices.
- Transfer the slices to plates and pour some of the Caramel Sauce on top.
- Serve with the remaining Caramel Sauce.
- *The cheesecake can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- PREPARE THE CARAMEL SAUCE:.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the butter with all three sugars and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Cook over moderately high heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the cream and boil for 2 minutes longer.
- Transfer the caramel sauce to a pitcher.
- Stir in the vanilla and salt and refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours.
- **The caramel can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.
- Whisk to combine before serving.
TATSOI AND WARM SCALLOP SALAD WITH SPICY PECAN PRALINE
Categories Salad Leafy Green Quick & Easy Pecan Scallop Avocado Summer Healthy Gourmet
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make praline:
- In a bowl stir together pecans, salt, and cayenne. In a dry small heavy skillet or saucepan cook sugar over moderate heat, stirring with a fork, until melted and cook, without stirring, swirling skillet or pan, until a golden caramel. Add pecan mixture and stir to coat nuts with caramel. Spoon praline onto a sheet of foil and cool. Transfer praline to a cutting board and chop fine. Praline can be made 3 days ahead and kept in an airtight container.
- Remove tough muscle from side of each scallop if necessary and halve any large scallops. On a sheet of wax paper combine flour, salt, cumin, and cayenne and dip flat sides of each scallop into mixture to coat, knocking off excess. In a skillet heat butter and olive oil over moderately high heat until foam subsides and sauté scallops, flat sides down, until golden and just cooked through, about 2 minutes on each flat side. Remove skillet from heat and cool scallops slightly.
- In a large bowl whisk together lemon juice , extra-virgin olive oil, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste until emulsified. Peel and pit avocado and cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges. Cut wedges in half crosswise and add to dressing. Add scallops with any liquid remaining in skillet, tatsoi or spinach, and praline and gently toss to coat.
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