Honey-Pecan Butter

I love this spiced spread on biscuits, toast, bagels, pancakes, waffles, blintzes—and so on! A simple version will just have the nuts, butter, and honey, but I spice it up with molasses, cinnamon, and cloves in winter to give it a cozy gingerbread flavor. If you use unsalted butter, add ¼ teaspoon salt to enhance the honey and spice flavors. For long-term storage, roll into a log, wrap in clear plastic wrap, and freeze up to 3 months.