Candied Pecans

3 Tbsp. butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Butter for greasing baking sheet
Foil

Line a baking sheet with foil. Butter the foil. Set aside.

In a heavy 10" skillet melt 3 Tbsp. butter over medium heat; stir in 1/2 cup sugar. Add 1 1/2 cups pecan halves. Cook over medium low heat, stirring constantly, about four to five minutes or until sugar melts and turns a rich golden brown.

Remove skillet from heat. Spread pecans onto prepared baking sheet. Cool completely. Break into small pieces. Store in air-tight container.
Yield: 1 1/2 cups