Mandarin Orange Salad With Sugared Pecans
There are many versions of this salad out there but i couldn't find one exactly like mine here on 'zaar so i thought i'd throw mine in the mix.
Steps
For sugared pecans: combine sugar , margarine , orange juice , cinnamon and red pepper and cook to boiling.
Boil for 1 minute.
Add pecans and coat well.
Bake on cookie sheet at 200 degrees for one hour stirring every 15 minutes.
Cool completely and store in air-tight container.
For dressing: combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 1 hour.
For salad: combine ingredients , adding pecans and oranges last.
Add dressing and gently toss.
Preparation time does not include cooking pecans.
Ingredients
pecans, sugar, margarine, orange juice, cinnamon, ground red pepper, oil, salt, white wine vinegar, parsley flakes, hot pepper sauce, lettuce, green onion, celery, canned mandarin oranges