PECANS: Maple-Balsamic Spiced Pecans

Recipe compliments of our friend,
Rebekah Fedrowitz, MDN, BCHN
Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition,
Integrative Health Speaker & Writer

1. Preheat the oven to 350^oF.
2. In a small saucepan, bring the balsamic vinegar to a boil, then reduce the heat until it is simmering.  Allow to simmer, uncovered, for about 10 to 12 minutes or until the liquid has reduced by 1/3 to 1/2 the total volume and is a thicker consistency.
3. In a medium bowl, stir together the reduced Maple Balsamic, salt, and cinnamon.  Add the pecans and toss well to coat.
4. Spread the pecans in a shallow baking pan and bake in the middle of the oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring once around the 10-15-minute mark.  Transfer to a sheet of parchment paper and let cool.  When cool enough to handle, break apart the pecans.

NOTE: Ovens vary; watch closely to ensure pecans don't burn.