Pecans Diablo *

 1/4 cup butter, melted

3/4 tsp dried rosemary, crushed

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

1/4 tsp basil

5 cups pecan halves

2 tsp salt

In a large bowl, combine the butter, rosemary, cayenne and basil.  Add pecans and toss to coat.  Spread in a single layer on a cookie sheet.  Sprinkle with salt.  Bake, uncovered, at 325, for 18-22 minutes or until pecans are crisp, stirring occasionally.  Cool completely.  Store in airtight container.