Spicy Cashews

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min.
Yield 2-2/3 cups
Test Kitchen Approved
These seasoned nuts are so good, it’s hard to stop eating them. I made them for gift baskets and got many compliments. They are perfect for the holidays but delicious to munch any time. —Jean Voan, Shepherd, Texas

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (10 ounces each) salted cashews
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, saute cashews in butter and oil for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Spread on a paper towel-lined baking sheet; let stand for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt, chili powder and pepper flakes; toss to coat. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

1/3 cup: 273 calories, 24g fat (7g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 425mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.

These seasoned nuts are so good, it’s hard to stop eating them. I made them for gift baskets and got many compliments. They are perfect for the holidays but delicious to munch any time. —Jean Voan, Shepherd, Texas
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