These leave regular mixed nuts in the dust.
A bit of added heat from cayenne is balanced by the sweetness of maple and the fragrant rosemary.
White or red wine, bubbly, orcocktailsare all excellent sidekicks to thislow-effort party snack.
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If there happen to be leftovers (doubtful) sprinkle them on a salad.
Pure maple syrupis a must for this recipe.
Avoid artificial maple syrups made with corn syrup and artificial flavors.
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Add nuts and stir to coat.
Bake nuts:
Bake for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle with salt; stir nuts and spread into an even layer.
(Nuts will continue to crisp after baking.)
Let cool completely before serving, about 15 minutes.
Make Ahead
Store nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
