Christmas Nut Mix

 Ingredients

• 2 cups pecan halves
• 2 cups roasted unsalted cashews 
• 1/2 cup walnuts 
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp cayenne
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp chipotle powder
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3/4 cups brown sugar
• 2 tbsp water
• 3 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
• 3 dashes hot sauce

Directions

1.  In a small bowl, combine the salt and spices; set aside. 
2. In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts and pecans; cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes.Sprinkle with spice mixture. Add the brown sugar, water, Worcestershire and hot sauce. 
3. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 7 cups.

Adapted from original recipe for Sweet and Spicy Nuts Recipe at Taste of Home