Chocolate Mocha Dusted Almonds1/2 cup confectioners` sugar1 tablespoon cocoa1 tablespoon instant coffee granules2/3 cup milk chocolate chips2 cup natural almondsIn a large bowl, combine confectioners` sugar, cocoa and instant coffee; set aside.Pour chocolate

Christmas Whiskey PecansSource: iMy Mother`s Southern Desserts/i Martha Pearl Villas and James VillasThe taste of these coated pecans is similar to a praline with just a hint of whiskey. Jim Villas notes that they can be frozen to keep on hand through the holidays.1 c

Cinnamon Pecans1/4 cup evaporated milk1 cup granulated sugar1/4 teaspoon cinnamon2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups pecan halvesCombine all ingredients except pecans, dissolve sugar over medium heat. Add pecans and continue to cook, stirring

Citrus Nuts1 cup pecan halves1 cup walnut halves1 egg white1 teaspoon grated lemon peel1 teaspoon grated orange peel1/2 cup confectioners` sugar3/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground clovesDash of saltPreheat oven to 300 degrees F.Mix nuts,

Coffee Glazed Pecans1 1/2 cups pecans1/4 cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons Taster�s Choice� Instant Freeze Dried Coffee1/4 teaspoon cinnamonIn large skillet combine pecans, sugar, water, Taster`s Choice� and cinnamon; bring to a boil over medium he

Cajun Cocktail Nuts1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons chili powder2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce1 pound unsalted peanuts1 pound raw cashews2 pounds unsalted, raw pecan halvesGarlic saltBlack pepperPrehea

Coffee Walnuts1 cup brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup dairy sour cream1 tablespoon instant coffee1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/2 cups walnut halvesCombine brown sugar, granulated sugar, sour cream and coffee in saucepan. Cook and stir until it reaches

Deviled Pecans6 tablespoons butter or margarine1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon chili powder4 cups pecan halvesMelt butter or margarine; add salt, onion and chili powder. Stir in pecans, coating well. Spread on a 15 x 10 inch baking pan. Bake at 35

Dilly Almonds1 cup whole natural (unblanched) almonds1 cup whole blanched almonds2 teaspoon butter3/4 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon seasoned saltSpread almonds in shallow baking pan. Bake at 300 degrees F for 25 minutes.Melt butter in skillet. Add almonds,

Killer Peanuts4 cups lightly toasted shelled peanuts (See Note) 1 tablespoon chile oil (if you want them really hot) or vegetable oil 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon sweet or hot paprika 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 to 1 teaspoon

Little Devils2 tablespoons peanut oil2 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons chili powder2 to 3 teaspoons ground dried red chile1 teaspoon salt, or more, to taste1 pound (3 cups) raw peanutsPreheat oven to 350 degrees F.In a heavy skillet, warm the oil over l

Minted Pecans1 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup water1 tablespoon corn syrup1/8 teaspoon salt6 large marshmallows1/2 teaspoon peppermint3 cups pecan halvesCook sugar, water, syrup and salt slowly. Remove just before it reaches soft boil stage. Add marshmallows;

Minted Walnuts1 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup light corn syrup10 regular size (not mini) marshmallows1 teaspoon peppermint extract3 cups walnut halvesLine the bottom of a cookie sheet with wax paper; set aside.Combine sugar, corn syrup and 1/2 cup water in a

Norwegian Candied Nuts1/2 cup butter4 cups shelled nuts, toasted1 cup granulated sugar1/4 teaspoon salt2 stiffly beaten egg whites1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractPreheat oven to 325 degrees F.Melt butter in the oven in a 13 x 9 inch pan.Beat egg white

Orange Candied Nuts3 cups pecan or walnut halves2 tablespoons butter or margarine1/2 cup granulated sugar, divided1/2 cup light corn syrup1/4 cup grated orange rind3 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon grated lemon rindPlace pecans in a 13 x 9 inch baking pa

Orange Candied Pecans1 1/4 cups granulated sugar2 tablespoons white corn syrup1 pinch cream of tartarJuice and grated rind of 1 orange2 cups pecansMix all ingredients, except pecans, and cook to soft ball stage. Beat, then add pecans. Stir until pecans are well coa

Candied Peanuts1 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup water2 cups shelled peanutsBring sugar and water to a boil. Add peanuts and boil until sugar crystallizes (about 10 minutes). Place on a cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for about 8 minutes. Sprinkle salt over peanuts when

Orange Frosted Nuts1 cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon salt1/4 cup water2 cups nuts1 teaspoon grated orange rindCombine sugar, water, juice and salt. Boil until a small amount dropped in cold water forms a soft ball. Remove from heat; sti

Orange Pecans2 cups light brown sugar1/2 cup milk1 pound pecan halves1 tablespoon vinegarGrated rind of 2 orangesCombine sugar and milk in saucepan. Add vinegar. Boil until it forms a soft ball in cold water. Pour mixture over pecan halves. Add grated rind and stir

Orange Glazed Pecans1 egg white1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1 tablespoon orange juice1/2 cup granulated sugar3 cups pecansBeat egg white until foamy. Add salt, cinnamon and orange juice. Fold in sugar and mix well. Add pecans. Bake on a well greased co

Oriental Almonds1 1/2 tablespoons butter or margarine1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/8 teaspoon chili powderDash of hot pepper sauce1 (10 ounce) package Blue Diamond�    Blanched Whole Almonds (2 cups)

Pecans Piquant3 cups shelled pecans3 tablespoons melted, unsalted butter2 teaspoons salt3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon cayenne or good dash of Tabasco� saucePreheat oven to 300 degrees F.Place pecans, melted butter an

PepitasPumpkin seeds2 to 3 tablespoons butterSaltWash pumpkin seeds. Let dry.Saut? in butter. Spread seeds in baking pan. Salt. Toast in 350 degree F oven until slightly tan.

Peppered Pecans3 tablespoons butter or margarine 3 cups pecan halves 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce, such as Tabasco 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt, such as Lawry`sPreheat the oven to 250 degrees F.Place the butter in a 2 cup microwa

Pumpkin Pie Spiced Nut Mix3 egg whites2 teaspoons water2 (12 ounce) cans salted peanuts1 cup whole blanched almonds1 cup walnut halves1 3/4 cups granulated sugar3 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice3/4 teaspoon salt1 cup raisinsIn a mixing bowl, beat egg

Roasted Chili Hazelnuts2 1/2 tablespoons butter or margarine3/4 teaspoon chili powder2 cups whole hazelnuts (about 9 ounces)Dash of saltMelt butter in saucepan; stir in chili powder and salt, then add nuts and toss and stir to coat evenly. Turn the mixture out onto a s

Roasted Mixed Nuts1 pound mixed nuts1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 envelope ranch salad dressing mixIn a bowl, combine the nuts and maple syrup; mix well. Sprinkle with brown sugar and salad dressing mix; stir gently to coat. Spread in a greased 15 x 10

Candied Pecans1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup butter2 teaspoons cinnamon3 cups pecans (halves or pieces)Confectioners` sugarCombine the brown sugar, plain white sugar and cinnamon.Melt the butter and then add to the sugar mixture.

Roasted Pumpkin SeedsPumpkin seedsWaterSaltMelted butterVegetable sprayPreheat oven to 350 degrees F.Rinse seeds well. For every 2 cups of, put 4 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of salt into a saucepan. Add seeds and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes. Drai

Roasted Salted Brandied Nuts1 pound pecan halves or English walnut halvesBrandy or bourbon or dry vermouth or    orange juice as desired2 to 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, meltedSalt or seasoned salt, as desiredPlace pecan or English walnut halve

Roasted Soy NutsUse soybeans that have been soaked 8 hours or more.uMicrowave method/u Use 1 cup of beans. Drain them well. Spread the beans into a single layer in a 9 or 10 inch glass pie plate. Microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes. Stir, then cook 3 minutes more. After that,

Salted Spiced Walnuts2 teaspoons ginger1/2 teaspoon allspice5 cups water1 pound walnut halves4 tablespoons melted butter1/2 teaspoon garlic salt or seasoned saltAdd ginger and allspice to water; bring to boil. Drop in walnuts and boil about 3 minutes; drain wel

Salty Glazed Hazelnuts2 tablespoons butter or margarine2 cups whole hazelnuts, toasted* (about 9 ounces)1/4 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon saltMelt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add the toasted hazelnuts and stir, about 5 minutes.Add sugar and salt; stir a

Seasoned Pumpkin Seeds3/4 cup pumpkin1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon seasoned saltRemove membrane from seeds; rinse and pat dry. Place seeds in an 8 inch square pan; add remaining ingredi

Sherried Cinnamon Nuts1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1/2 cup sherry1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon grated orange peel (orange part only)1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 to 3 cups lightly toasted* walnuts or hazelnuts (whole or halved)In saucepan, combine sugar, sherry and

Sherried Nuts1 1/4 cups light brown sugar2 tablespoons light Karo syrup1/4 cup sherry1 teaspoon salt3 cups nutsCook all ingredients, except nuts, to threadlike stage about 5 minutes after the syrup boils over medium heat.Add nuts and stir until well coated

Smoked Almonds1/2 teaspoon Liquid Smoke2 teaspoons water1 1/2 cups shelled, unblanched almonds2 teaspoons butter or margarine1/2 teaspoon salt (more, if needed)Mix together liquid smoke and water; pour over almonds and mix to cover all almonds. Place in shallow Pyr

Smoked AlmondsUse a hooded grill or smoker to flavor the nuts. Place the almonds in a perforated pan in the smoker. Add wood chips (hickory works well) to hot coals and gently smoke them for 30 to 45 minutes. If desired, lightly spray on a small amount of oil and toss them with a little

Candied Pecans1 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup cold water3/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 pound shelled pecansCombine all ingredients in a skillet except pecans. Simmer for 4 minutes or until mixture spins small thread from sp

Sour Cream Sugared Nuts1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1/2 cup sour cream1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract12 ounces pecans or walnutsCombine sugar and sour cream. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to bubble (223 degrees F). Remove from heat. Stir in nuts and van