Nuts in the Crock pot

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Cajun Pecans

1 pound pecan halves
4 Tbsp butter -- melted
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Combine all ingredients in crock pot.
Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes.
Turn on low, uncovered, stirring occasionally for 2 hours.
Transfer nuts to a baking sheet and cool completely.

Comments: Pack nuts into glass jars and decorate with bows
for holiday gifts.

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Curried Almonds

2 Tbsp Melted butter
1 Tbsp Curry powder
1/2 tsp Seasoned salt
1 lb Blanched almonds

Combine butter with curry and salt.
Pour over almonds in crockpot and mix to coat well. Cover and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours.
Turn to high.
Uncover pot and cook for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
Serve for a snack.

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Hot and Spicy Pecans

1/4 cup butter - (4 oz) -- cut in pieces
6 cups pecans
2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp onion salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder

Place cut up butter in crock pot and heat, uncovered, on
HIGH until melted (15 to 20 minutes).
Add pecans; stir to coat.
Cover and cook on HIGH 30 minutes.
Uncover and cook on HIGH 2 1/2 hours longer, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle with the seasonings and toss to coat.
Spread on a baking sheet to cool.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Serve at room temperature or warm.

These are great as gifts.