In a large baking pan melt:

2 1/2

tablespoons of unsalted butter

Add:

2	teaspoons garlic, finely minced or powder
1	teaspoon salt
1/2	teaspoon cayenne

 

Toss with the following until well combined:

2	cups of almonds, walnuts, pecans or cashews

Spread out into one layer. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Makes 2 cups.

Variations to this recipe; substitute rosemary, curry powder, chili powder, Italian seasoning, or five spice for the garlic. Or you can create a blend of herbs for the garlic.