Erica's Spicy Cocktail Nuts

Ingredients

• 2 lbs raw unsalted nuts (usually pecans, almonds, walnuts, cashews and peanuts)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon rosemary, minced

Directions

1. 1

   Heat over to 300 degrees F. Baked nuts on rimmed baking sheet until toasted and golden brown (approximately 20-30 minutes).

2. 2

   While nuts are toasting, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add honey, sugar, salt and red pepper. Stir until sugar has completely melted.

3. 3

   Removed toasted nuts from oven and immediately toss with sugar mixture and rosemary until thoroughly coated.

4. 4

   Salt, sugar and pepper can be increased or decreased to accomodate varying tastes.

5. 5

   May be served hot or cold.