Give this indulgent gourmet nut combination as a gift. Simply make aheadand wrap cupfuls of these sweet and savory nuts in festive plastic orcellophane bags. Tie each bag with a pretty ribbon and attach a holidaygreeting.2/3 cup Burleson's Pure Clover Honey1/4 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter1 teaspoon vanilla1 cup whole unsalted almonds1 cup whole unsalted macadamia nuts1 cup whole unsalted hazelnuts1 cup whole unsalted cashews1 cup unsalted pecan halves1 to 2 teaspoons coarse (kosher) salt1 to 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
In 2-quart glass measure, combine honey, 1/4 cup sugar and butter.Microwave on High for 3 minutes or until sugar dissolves, stirring every 30seconds. Stir in vanilla and nuts. Spread nut mixture on baking panscoated with cooking spray. Bake at 350º for 14 to 18 minutes or untilgolden brown. Cool for 2 to 3 minutes on pans; pour onto waxed paper.Combine salt and 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar; sprinkle over nuts to taste.Cool completely. Break into pieces. Store in airtight container.Makes about 5 cups nuts.