Glazed Pecans

Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Combine water, sugar and chilies in a small saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, add pecans and return to a boil.

Drain and place pecans on a baking sheet. Place in preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove pecans from oven and pour into a small bowl. Add molassas and toss to coat.

(used as ingredient in Compote of Bacon, Mushrooms, Sweet Potatoes & Pecans, see recipe)