Dawns Candied Walnuts

These walnuts are a special treat for Christmas, and are well worth the time it takes to make them.

Step: 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread nuts in a single layer over a baking sheet. Roast for approximately 8 to 10 minutes, or until the nuts start to turn brown and the smell of roasting nuts fills the kitchen.

Step: 2

Stir together sugar, cinnamon, salt, and milk in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat for 8 minutes, or until the mixture reaches the soft ball stage of 236 degrees F (113 degrees C). Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla immediately. .

Step: 3

Add walnuts to sugar syrup, and stir to coat well. Spoon nuts onto waxed paper, and immediately separate nuts with a fork. Cool, and store in airtight containers.

Per Serving: 238 calories; protein 4.5g; carbohydrates 16.9g; fat 18.6g; cholesterol 0.5mg; sodium 39.3mg.

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