Spicy Roasted Nut Mix

These nuts will be a hit at any party, actually, they are very addictive because they are a little sweet, spicy, and beautifully toasted.

The great thing about this mix is that you can choose any nuts or seasonings you prefer! I sometimes add fresh rosemary to make them more festive for the holidays.

Ingredients

• 4 cups untoasted walnut halves 
• 4 cup- unsalted, dry roasted almonds 
• 4 cup unsalted, dry-roasted cashews 
• 1 teaspoon salt 
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
• 1 cup honey
• 1/2 cup water 
• 4 tablespoon butter 

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
2. Combine the walnut halves, almonds, and cashews in a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat.
3. Heat honey, water, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Slowly pour butter mixture over the bowl of nuts and stir to coat.
4. Transfer nuts to the prepared baking sheets and spread into a single layer.
5. Bake nuts in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Stir nuts until the warm syrup coats every nut. Spread into a single layer and return to the oven, and bake until nuts are sticky and roasted for about 10 minutes.

I like to package these nuts in lovely jars decorated with ribbon for a little gift…if there are any left over!