Nutritious Nibbles

Southwestern Spiced Walnuts

Ok, here's a spicy recipe everyone will enjoy at that 'Bowl' party you host or attend, and you'll still be working toward your New Year's Resolution. Nuts aren't just a good source of 'healthy' fats. They're also high in protein and fiber, which can help curb your appetite between meals. Nuts can also lower your risk for heart disease!

Ingredients:
2 cups walnuts
1 tablespoon sugar/sugar substitute
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon walnut oil

Preparation:
1. Plunge walnuts into boiling water, turn off heat and let stand 2 minutes. Drain, spread on baking sheet and roast in 375° oven for 10 minutes.

2. Measure seasonings into a small bowl and stir to combine. Heat oil in a skillet. Add toasted nuts and toss 1 minute. Add seasoning and toss until nuts are coated. Cool on a paper towel.

Makes approximately 7 one-ounce servings (14 walnut halves)

Nutrition Information per 1-ounce serving: 212 calories, 4 gm protein, 6 gm carbohydrates, 21 gm fat, 3 gm monounsaturated fat, 2 gm saturated fat, 2 gm fiber, 0 mg cholesterol, 333 mg sodium.

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