Jack's Party Pecans
rec.crafts.textiles.quilting/Elizabeth Wilson (2001)
Makes 4 cups nuts

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup whiskey
3 Tablespoons sugar
1 to 2 Tablespoons bottled hot pepper sauce
1/2 Teaspoon salt
1/2 Teaspoon garlic powder
4 Cups pecan halves

In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients, except pecans. Bring to boiling over medium heat; reduce heat. Boil gently, uncovered for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in pecans; toss well to coat.

Spread nuts in a single layer in a shallow baking pan.

Bake pecans in a 300 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until nuts are crisp, stirring occasionally.

Spread on foil; cool. Store in an airtight container.