Crystallized Nuts

Directions

1. 1
   Heat 2 1/2 cups nuts in moderate oven (375°) for 5 minutes, stirring once.
2. 2
   Butter sides of heavy 2-quart casserole.
3. 3
   In saucepan, combine sugar, water, cinnamon and salt.
4. 4
   Heat and stir until sugar dissolves and mixture boils.
5. 5
   Cook without stirring to soft ball stage (236°).
6. 6
   Remove from heat, beat by hand 1 minute or until mixture just begins to get creamy.
7. 7
   Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla and the nuts.
8. 8
   Stir gently until nuts are well coated and mixture becomes creamy.
9. 9
   Turn out on buttered platter or cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Separate at once, using 2 spoons or forks.
11. 11
    Makes about 1 pound of nuts.