Name: Spicy Rosemary Roasted Nuts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1.5 cups Raw Cashews; 1.5 cups Raw Pecans; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar; 1.5 Teaspoons Kosher Salt; 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper; 1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne; 2-3 Sprigs Fresh Rosemary (Chopped)

We love entertaining friends and family at our house, so we like to have a few go-to appetizer recipes that we can easily put together. We always have some kind of nuts in our pantry, we usually snack on them during the week, but this recipe takes them to the next level. Who doesn’t like some good roasted nuts to go with an aperitif or cocktail?! We thought with it being prime holiday party season, this would be a great recipe to share! It’s a great option for a Thanksgiving appetizer – plus it comes together very easily. Great way to use up leftover pecans from your pecan pie too! PS Scroll to the bottom to see an awesome list of appetizer and drink options for your Thanksgiving table!

These roasted nuts are SUPER easy and will wow all of your holiday guests. They literally come together in under 15 minutes. They do have a little kick from the cayenne, which you can adjust to taste, or omit if you’re not into spicy foods! We used a mix of cashews and pecans because we’re partial to those, but you can use any mix of nuts you like. I just recommend that they are raw and not already roasted.

Serve them as an appetizer before your Thanksgiving or Christmas Dinner, or just as a fun party snack. They also are super easy to transport, so if you need an appetizer to bring to your next party, these roasted nuts are perfect. They go great with cocktails or some bubbly.

Spicy Rosemary Roasted Nuts

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 6 people

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

1.5 cups Raw Cashews
1.5 cups Raw Pecans
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
1.5 Teaspoons Kosher Salt
1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper
1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne
2-3 Sprigs Fresh Rosemary Chopped

Method

Pre-heat oven to 375F and place parchment paper over a large baking sheet.
Combine all the spices and the rosemary in a small bowl and stir well to combine. Set aside.
In a large bowl, toss the nuts with the olive oil. Add the spices/herb mixture and toss well.
Spread out in an even layer on the baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes.
Serve warm or store in an airtight jar for up to 1 week.

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