CARAMELIZED CASHEWS WITH CAYENNE

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Caramelized Cashews with Cayenne image

Provided by Lora Zarubin

Categories     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Oscars     Cashew     Poker/Game Night     Shower     Party     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
2 cups unsalted natural cashews (about 10 ounces)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup (preferably Grade B)
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray sheet of foil with nonstick spray; set aside. Lightly spray rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Toss cashews and all remaining ingredients in medium bowl. Spread cashew mixture evenly in single layer on prepared sheet.
  • Bake nuts until golden brown and coated with maple syrup mixture, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Immediately pour nut mixture out onto foil, spreading evenly. Cool 10 minutes, then separate and break apart any nut clusters. Cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

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