SWEET & SPICY BEER NUTS

2 cups pecan halves
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup beer

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheet with foil.

2. Mix pecans, salt, chili powder, olive oil, cumin and red pepper in small bowl. Spread on prepared baking sheet. Toast 10 minutes or until fragrant. Cool on baking sheet on wire rack.

3. Combine sugar and beer in small saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat until mixture registers 250 degrees on candy thermometer. Remove from heat; carefully stir nuts and any loose spices. Spread sugared nuts on prepared baking sheet, separating clusters.

4. Let cool completely. Break up any large pieces before serving.

Makes 3 cups.