Microwave Spicy Pecans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 c. water
4 c. pecan halves

Preparation

Combine first 6 ingredients in a deep 3-quart casserole, mixing well.
Cover with wax paper.
Microwave on High for 4 minutes; stir well.
Then microwave on High for 2 1/2 to 4 1/2 minutes or until the mixture reaches the soft ball stage.
Add pecan halves and stir until well coated.
Spread pecans on waxed paper and separate with a fork.
Cool completely.