Place pecans in a large mixing bowl. Mix spices

Separately, froth egg whites and cold water together. Pour over pecans and mix thoroughly.

Stir in remaining ingredients: sugar, salt and spices

Transfer to a large baking or roasting pan.

Bake at 225 degrees, uncovered for one and a half hours.

Stir every thirty minutes.

Cool, then store in an airtight container.

* Pumpkin Pie Spice: 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ?½ teaspoon ground ginger ?¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg ?¼ teaspoon ground cloves(scant