Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• Pinch of cayenne and freshly ground black pepper (for spiced nuts
• 1 cup pecans or walnuts

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Instructions

1. In a small saucepan melt the butter over moderate heat, add the sugar (and spiced if you wish), and stir until the sugar's dissolved. Add the nuts, stirring until golden, 2 to 4 minutes.
2. Transfer the nuts to a bowl to cool.