Sugared Pecans

North Carolina is pecan country. So, in honor of our vacation on the Outer Banks, I made some sugared pecans. I find pecans to be a bit bland. But they are perfect for coating with yummy goodness, especially coating that also add more crunch, such as pralines or this sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. I only had…

Sweet Potato Casserole

Every year the sweet potato casserole is a subject of debate – pecan crumble or marshmallows.  We are fairly split – everyone else wants marshmallows, I want pecan crumble.  Since I am cooking, this time I win, and it is pecan crumble (last time it was marshmallows).  One thing does stay the same – I…