Spicy Nuts

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(from walowrey’s recipe box)

Spicy nuts are a good side item to have on a table of party food, and are especially good served warm over ice cream.

Source: Veg Web

Categories: Superbowl, Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground organic cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground organic cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups mixed unsalted organic nuts
  • 1/4 cup organic Earth Balance
  • 1/4 cup organic maple syrup or organic agave nectar
  • 2-1/2 tablespoons water

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the spices and salt and set aside.

  2. In a large saucepan, heat nuts over medium heat, stirring often, for five minutes.

  3. Place the nuts in a large bowl.

  4. In the same saucepan over medium heat, place the margarine, maple syrup, water, and spices.

  5. Cook, stirring often, until a glaze forms.

  6. Return the nuts to the saucepan and toss to coat.

  7. Cook for two more minutes.

  8. Remove from heat and transfer the nuts to a baking sheet until cooled.

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