GLAZED MIXED NUTS

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This is one I've been making at Christmas for many years. It always goes into the goodie baskets I give to friends.

Provided by Laura Johnson

Categories     Nuts

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 Tbsp butter
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c almonds
1/2 c pecan halves
1/2 c cashews, unsalted
1/2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. line a baking sheet with foil. Grease the foil and set aside.
  • 2. Melt butter and sugar in heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is a golden color.
  • 3. Add nuts and stir until nuts are coated.
  • 4. Scoot nuts to one side. Remove from heat. Add vanilla directly to the nuts being careful as the vanilla may splatter if it hits the skillet.
  • 5. Return to heat and stir until all nuts are completely covered.
  • 6. Spread cooked nut mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Cool completely before breaking nuts apart. Store in an airtight container.

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