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My review
Spicy Mixed Nuts
USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper
"The foods in this easy recipe are powerhouses of nutrition. Why the recipe is good for you: High antioxidants and fiber in nuts. Nuts lower cholesterol and help prevent heart disease. Adding cinnamon to foods helps suppress blood sugar by boosting insulin activity and cells' ability to process glucose."
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Ingredients
servings 254 calsOriginal recipe yields 8 servings (2 cups)
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Directions
{{model.addEditText}} Print- Beat egg white and water until frothy. Stir nuts into mixture to coat, then drain slightly in a colander, 3-4 minutes. Mix sugar and spices in a plastic bag. Add nuts and shake to coat. Spread wet nut mixture in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate; microwave on high for 1 1/2 minutes, or until mixture is bubbly. Stir.
- Microwave another 1 1/2 minutes. Remove; stir to separate. Cool. Store in a sealed container.
Footnotes
- Copyright 2004 Jean Carper. Printed first in USA WEEKEND. All rights reserved.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: 254 calories; 19.7 g fat; 18 g carbohydrates; 5.4 g protein; 0 mg cholesterol; 7 mg sodium. Full nutrition
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10/9/2005
These were really good and easy to make. I used Splenda in place of the sugar and it turned out fine. Very good especially for people who are following diets such as the South Beach. Thanks!
6/24/2005
Very good and extremely easy to make - I like them better than spicy nuts made with more complicated recipes. My only complaint is that they aren't very spicy - they are much more sweet. I thi...
12/25/2004
The Spicy Mixed Nuts were easy to make and everyone who tried them over the holidays enjoyed them.
12/3/2005
Incredible flavour! Easy to make, I am giving as gifts again this year... They are a hit.
9/12/2008
Excellent Recipe - thanks for sharing. I used raw, unsalted mixed nuts, and hence added a pinch of salt to the spice mixture. You kick the spices up a notch by adding a dash of cayenne. Final...
2/3/2007
Very tasty and easy! Just be sure to let them cool in one layer or else they will get all sticky and clumpy.
9/3/2011
These were very good and really easy. I agree they were more sweet than spicy so I added a dash of cayenne pepper to the mix. I also used splenda instead of sugar. I definitely recommend the...
9/21/2009
Love this recipe for taste and ease of preparation. Taking a road trip later this week and will be taking these along for a snack. These are also great on the Pear and Blue Cheese Salad from t...