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                               SPICED NUTS

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Microwave

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/2   c            Dark brn. sugar -- firmly pkd.
     1/2   ts           -Salt
     1/2   ts           Ground cinnamon
     1/4   ts           Ground allspice
     1/8   ts           Ground nutmeg
     1/8   ts           Ground cloves
   1 1/2   tb           -Water
   1 1/2   c            Pecan halves -- walnut halves;
                        Cashews or a combination

   1. In a deep, 2-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic casserole, combine
  first 7 ingredients (I use a 2 quart Pyrex mixing bowl).
   2. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 1 1/2 minutes; stir occasionally.
   3. Add 1/2 cup nuts at a time to syrup mixture. Stir until well coated.
  With a slotted spoon lift out nuts; drain extra syrup. Place nuts in a
  shallow, 1 1/2-quart, heat-resistant, non-metalic baking dish (I use
  Corning Ware). Repeat with remaining nuts.
   4. Heat coated nuts, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 5 minutes or until syrup
  begins to harden slightly.
   5. Transfer nuts to wax paper and allow to cool and harden.
   This is a family favorite and so easy to make. I always use pecans. For
  years I have filled some type of small container and given for gifts.
   Source: Sharp Microwave Oven Cook Book.
  
     Joyce Burton, Prodigy Food & Wine Board
 


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