Ooey-Gooey Cinnamon Buns

INGREDIENTS

• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
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• 3/4 cup butter
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup chopped pecans, divided
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup melted butter