Marvelous Recipes

A great snack for parties, get-togethers or just watching TV with family. They are quite addictive so be sure to make plenty!

1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups pecan halves
Nonstick cooking spray

1. In a large skillet, stir together the sugar, water, garlic salt, paprika, black pepper and cayenne. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil gently, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Add the pecan halves; stir until well coated.

2. Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with aluminum foil; spray the foil with cooking spray. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on foil.

3. Bake at 325 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally. Cool in the pan; break apart large clusters.

Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Makes 3 cups.

Emily

This tender spiced chicken with flavorful vegetables is sure to please your hungry family!

2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive or canola oil
6 (4 oz each) boneless, skinless chicken breasts halves
6 small potatoes, peeled, cut into fourths
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
2 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium tomato, chopped

1. In a large bowl, combine the basil, seasoned salt, garlic powder, pepper and oil. Brush approximately half the mixture on the chicken. Add all the remaining ingredients to the remaining oil mixture in bowl; toss to coat.

2. Transfer vegetables to a 13×9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Place chicken over vegetables. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees F for 45 to 50 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut. Serve with pan juices. Makes 6 servings.

Emily