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Candied Walnuts

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/candied_walnuts.html

From EatingWell:  November/December 2011

Use these pretty candied walnuts as a dessert garnish. Try them on top of a pumpkin cheesecake or your favorite holiday dessert.

2/3 cup, for about 12 servings | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup walnut halves

Preparation

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil; coat with cooking spray.
2. Combine sugar, honey, water and salt in a large heavy skillet. Place over medium-high heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture turns golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add walnuts, reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring, until deep golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes more. Turn the mixture out on the prepared baking sheet, spreading in an even layer. When completely cooled, break into clusters.

Nutrition

Per serving : 58 Calories; 4 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 6 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Protein; 0 g Fiber; 49 mg Sodium; 25 mg Potassium

1/2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1/2 carbohydrate (other), 1 fat

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.