Prepare a batch of this smoky-sweet mix to have on hand when visitors drop by. Or pack them into handsome jars to give as gifts.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon grated orange rind
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• 1 large egg white
• 2 cups pecan halves
• 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
• Cooking spray
• 1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 225F°.
2. Combine first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl; stir with a whisk.
3. Stir in pecans.
4. Combine sugar, salt, and pepper.
5. Add to pecan mixture; toss well.
6. Spread mixture in a single layer on a jelly-roll pan coated with cooking spray.
7. Bake at 225° for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
8. Remove from oven; cool completely.
9. Stir in cranberries.

Cook’s Note

Store in an airtight container for up to one week.