Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread

20 unbaked frozen white dinner rolls

Caramel:
2/3 c. packed brown sugar
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. heavy whipping cream

Assembly:
3/4 c. chopped pecans
1 c. sugar
1 t. ground cinnamon
1/2 c. butter, melted

For caramel, in a small saucepan, bring the brown sugar, butter and cream to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Pour half into a greased 10 in. fluted pan; sprinkle with half of the pecans.
Dip balls in butter, then roll in sugar mixture. Place 20 balls in tube pan; top with remaining caramel and pecans. Cover with a damp towel or tightly wrap with plastic wrap. Let rise 8 - 10 hours or overnight.
Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

by JoAnn G.