Stir Fry Nuts

These are fantastic! A little salty, a little sweet. Everyone just gobbles them up. Be prepared to make more! I've made them with walnuts and pecans. The pecans are my favorite! These are great to give as gifts during the holidays.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 4  cups walnuts (or pecans)
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1⁄4 cup canola oil
•  salt (to taste)

Directions

1. In a large sauce pot bring water to a boil. Boil nuts for 1 minute and drain.
2. Place the nuts in a mixing bowl with 1/2 cup sugar and stir.
3. Fry nuts in oil, on medium heat, for approximately 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Watch them carefully so they do not burn!
4. Remove nuts from pan with slotted spoon and place in a single layer on waxed paper to cool.
5. While the nuts are still warm lightly salt them. Allow to cool completely before serving.