#caramelizedpecans

A healthy and refreshing salad with crunchy hemp seeds and sweet, caramelized pecans on top. The arugula gives it a peppery bite, and the strawberries add sweetness. The balsamic dressing makes the flavors taste different by making them sour.

Ingredients: 4 cups baby arugula. 1 cup sliced strawberries. 2 tablespoons hemp seeds. 1/2 cup pecan halves. 2 tablespoons brown sugar. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C. Put pecans in a small bowl and coat them with brown sugar. Place pecans on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Bake the pecans for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring them once or twice, until they turn caramelized. Take the pecans out of the oven and let them cool down. Put arugula, sliced strawberries, and hemp seeds in a large bowl. Salt and pepper should be mixed with olive oil in a small bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss it around to cover it all. Before serving, sprinkle brown sugar pecans on top of the salad.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Caramelized and golden pecan pie

Enjoy homemade pecan praline ice cream that is rich and creamy, with crunchy bits of caramelized pecans. On a hot summer day, this rich treat is just what you need to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients: 1 cup pecans, chopped. 1/2 cup brown sugar. 2 tablespoons butter. 2 cups heavy cream. 1 cup whole milk. 3/4 cup granulated sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pinch of salt.

Instructions: In a skillet, toast pecans over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add brown sugar and butter to the skillet, stirring until melted and bubbly. Spread the pecan mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool completely. Once cooled, break into small pieces. In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until sugar is dissolved. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. During the last few minutes of churning, add the pecan praline pieces and continue churning until evenly distributed. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, about 4 hours or overnight.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes