Sweet and Spicy Maple Glazed Nuts

Sweet and Spicy Maple Glazed Nut Mix

Spicy Olive recipe contest winner: submitted by Lisa and Lauren Hope 

 1 cup Pecans

 1 cup Almonds

 1 cup Walnuts

 2 tablespoons brown sugar

 2 tablespoons maple syrup

 1 tablespoon The Spicy Olive Chipotle olive oil

 1 teaspoon The Spicy Olive Vermont Maple balsamic

 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped

 1 teaspoon dried thyme, chopped

salt and pepper, 1/8 teaspoon of each

Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, toss all three nuts with brown sugar and maple syrup, The Spicy Olive’s Maple balsamic, The Spicy Olive’s Chipotle olive oil, rosemary and thyme. Spread the nuts on an ungreased, rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Season the nuts with salt and pepper and toss frequently until cooled. The nuts can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.