Maple Pecan Spread

Makes 1 1/2 cups

Use this sweet, nutty combination as a spread for dinner rolls at the holidays, or whip up a batch for hors d’oeuvres, and serve as a dip for apple or pear slices.

• 2 cups pecan halves
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 3 Tbs. freshly squeezed orange juice
• 3 Tbs. pecan or olive oil
• 4 tsp. chopped fresh sage

1 | Cover pecan halves with filtered water in medium bowl. Let soak 24 hours in refrigerator. Drain, and shake dry.
2 | Process all ingredients with 2 Tbs. water in food processor 1 to 2 minutes ,or until smooth. Season with sea salt, if desired. Transfer to bowl to serve.