A crowd-pleasing autumnal dish for indoors or out! It’s simple enough to make on a whim, and special enough to serve for Thanksgiving or the winter holidays. For a veggie option, bypass the bacon and begin with three tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil as your cooking fat.
To toast pecans, preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread your nuts, whole, in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until dark brown, stirring once halfway through. Transfer immediately to a heatproof bowl or container. Chop as directed.