[CH] Spicy Snack for Gifts - Maple Chipotle Nuts

RisaG (radiorlg@yahoo.com)
Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:16:33 -0800 (PST)

I adapted this from a Nigella Lawson recipe I found on the last page of the Food Network Magazine. I used different chile powder and a combination of nuts. Mmmm - a great way of using up little bits of chile powders that are laying around.
 
                      *  Exported from  MasterCook  *
 
                            Maple Chipotle Nuts
 
 Recipe By     : adapted from Nigella Lawson, TV Food Network Magazine #1
 Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Snacks
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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    4      tb            unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
      1/2  cup           maple syrup
    1 1/2  ts            sea salt
    1      ts            chipotle powder -- * see note
    3 1/2  cups          roasted nuts
 
 Melt the butter with the syrup, salt and chipotle in a pan over LOW heat. Add the nuts and stir to mix; leaving them on the heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring to coat. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper (or a Silpat); allow to cool before serving.
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 NOTES : Risa's note:
 
 * The original recipe calls for cayenne pepper. Any chile will work here.
 
  RisaG