3 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cayenne
3 cups pecan halves (about 12 ounces)
Preheat oven to 350° F.
Melt utter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and stir in thyme,salt, and cayenne.
Pour over pecans in a bowl and toss well to evenly coat.
Spread out pecans in a rimmed baking sheet and bake in middle of oven until golden and fragrantly toasty, 10 to 12 minutes.
Make ahead: Pecans can be roasted 2 days ahead and kept at room temperature. Re-warm in a low oven before serving.