Spiced Mixed Nuts
"Everyone who tastes these glazed nuts loves them," promises Julie Gesicki from Tracyton, Washington. "They're quick, easy and a unique addition to a holiday cookie tray."10 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 4-1/2 teaspoons water
- 2 cups mixed nuts
Directions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Stir in
- the water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds; stir. Add
- nuts and stir until well-coated. Cook, uncovered, on high for 3-4
- minutes or until syrup begins to harden, stirring after each minute.
- Immediately pour onto a greased foil-lined baking sheet and separate
- nuts. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 2-1/2
- cups.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1/4 cup) equals 205 calories, 14 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 306 mg sodium, 18 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 5 g protein.