Sweet and Spicy Herb Roasted Mixed Nuts
A little something for everybody, these nuts are perfect to serve at a holiday party or to take along as a hostess gift or party favor. A wonderfully aromatic mixture of herbs and the light heat of the Crushed Red Pepper Flakes will be a crowd-pleaser for sure.
Helpful hint: When using dried herbs, lightly crush them with the back of a spoon or with a mortar and pestle. This allows the herbs to release oils and aromas that will further enhance the flavors in the recipe.
Category: Appetizers and Snacks
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cup unsalted almonds
- 1 1/2 cup unsalted walnut halves - you can use pieces - but I prefer the halves
- 1 cup unsalted, raw cashews
- 1 cup unsalted pecan halves
- 1/2 cup good quality maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Greek Oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Rubbed Sage
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Mediterranean Thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Summer Savory
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Marjoram Leaf
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Coarse Sea Salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F
- Lightly crush the dried herbs with the back of a spoon or with a mortar and pestle
- In a large bowl mix nuts, spices, syrup and olive oil
- Toss to coat
- Spread a single layer of the nut mixture on a parchment lined baking sheet
- Sprinkle salt over nuts
- Bake about 45 minutes until nuts are golden and toasted
