Candied Walnuts
Toss these glazed nuts with mixed greens to create a salad with a sweet crunch. Or add them to cooked chicken or turkey for a filling main-dish salad.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
Makes about 8 servings.
Ingredients
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1 cup walnuts
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1/2 cup sugar
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2 tablespoons butter
Directions
1.
Line a baking sheet with foil. Butter the foil; set aside.
2.
In a heavy 10-inch skillet combine walnuts, sugar, and butter. Cook over medium-high heat, shaking skillet occasionally until sugar begins to melt. Do not stir. Reduce heat to low and cook until sugar is golden brown, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Pour onto prepared baking sheet. Cool completely. Break into clusters. Store in airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 1 week. Makes about 8 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 171, Total Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 31 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 0%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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