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Sweet & Spicy Nuts

Name: Sweet & Spicy Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 cups.
Cuisine: North America, Cajun
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle powder; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup shelled walnuts; 1 cup pecan halves; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon water; 1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; Dash Louisiana-style hot sauce

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Total Time

Prep: 25 min. + cooling

Makes

2 cups

Updated: Sep. 26, 2022

Hot and spicy with a hint of brown-sugar sweetness, these snacking nuts are simply sensational. You and your guests will not be able to stop munching! The quick-and-easy skillet recipe also makes a great stocking stuffer or last-minute holiday gift from the kitchen. —Patty Lok, Sherman Oaks, California

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Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup shelled walnuts
1 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon water
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Dash Louisiana-style hot sauce

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the salt and spices; set aside. In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts and pecans; cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes.
Sprinkle with spice mixture. Add the brown sugar, water, Worcestershire and hot sauce. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

1/3 cup: 321 calories, 30g fat (6g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 218mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.

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