Pecan Squares Ala the Barefoot Contessa - Ina Garten Recipe

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Pecan Squares Ala the Barefoot Contessa - Ina Garten
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Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. For the crust, beat the butter and granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, until light, approximately 3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs and the vanilla and mix well. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Mix the dry ingredients into the batter with the mixer on low speed until just combined.
  5. Press the dough evenly into an ungreased 18 by 12 by 1-inch baking sheet, making an edge around the outside. It will be very sticky; sprinkle the dough and your hands lightly with flour.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, until the crust is set but not browned.
  7. Allow to cool.
  8. For the topping, combine the butter, honey, brown sugar, and zests in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  9. Cook over low heat until the butter is melted, using a wooden spoon to stir.
  10. Raise the heat and boil for 3 minutes.
  11. Remove from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and pecans.
  12. Pour over the crust, trying not to get the filling between the crust and the pan.
  13. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the filling is set.
  14. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  15. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold.
  16. Cut into bars.
  17. Dip one end in chocolate, if desired.
  18. Flatten cupcake papers and top each with a bar.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 632.7 Kcal (2649 kJ)
Calories from fat 430.15 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 47.79g 74%
Cholesterol 87.28mg 29%
Sodium 35.64mg 1%
Potassium 194.87mg 4%
Total Carbs 51.05g 17%
Sugars 34.52g 138%
Dietary Fiber 3.09g 12%
Protein 5.54g 11%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 11%
Iron 1.3mg 7%
Calcium 55.2mg 6%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 528.14 Kcal (2211 kJ)
Calories from fat 359.06 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 39.9g 74%
Cholesterol 72.86mg 29%
Sodium 29.75mg 1%
Potassium 162.67mg 4%
Total Carbs 42.61g 17%
Sugars 28.81g 138%
Dietary Fiber 2.58g 12%
Protein 4.62g 11%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 1%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 11%
Iron 1.1mg 7%
Calcium 46.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 16
    Points
  • 18
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • good source of fiber

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