Swedish Nuts II

I make these wonderful sweet nuts using pecans every year for Christmas. They are a true delight, especially if you are a lover of nuts. If pecans aren't your forte, substitute walnuts. Happy Holidays!

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2 egg whites

1 cup white sugar

1 pinch salt

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 pound pecan halves

1/2 cup butter

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Beat egg whites until soft peaks begin to form.Add sugar, salt and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form and turn glossy.Fold in nuts and coat well with the egg white mixture.

Melt butter in a 9x13 inch baking pan by placing pan in the oven.Evenly spread coated nuts over melted butter in pan.

Bake for 30 minutes, stirring and turning nuts about every 8 minutes, or until butter no longer remains in pan.Place hot nuts on foil and allow to cool.May be stored in an airtight container for several weeks!

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