Candied Walnuts

Haven’t shared a recipe for a while and thought I would share an easy one.  No, it’s not low calorie but ya gotta spoil yourself a bit.  When I get a chance, I’ll share one that has a few less calories.  LOL

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups white sugar
• ½ cup corn syrup
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cups walnuts
• Zest of one orange
• 1 tablespoon butter for parchment

Instructions

1. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper and grease it with 1 tablespoon butter
2. Mix sugar, corn syrup and butter in large pot.
3. Heat over medium high heat until completely melted and blended.
4. Add walnuts.
5. Continue to cook, stirring constantly until it begins to caramelize.
6. Mix in zest.
7. Spread mixture evenly onto parchment paper. Make sure you spread the nuts evenly…you can separate into small clusters.
8. Allow to cool completely.
9. Place in airtight container.
10. Enjoy!!!

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.  If you try the recipe, as always, I would love any feedback you would care to give.