Ginger-Spiced Walnuts

6 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound unsalted raw walnut halves (about 4 cups)
  • 1/4 cup corn oil or other mild-tasting oil
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground crystallized ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine the walnuts and oil in a 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, stirring to coat.
  2. 2
    Add the brown sugar, stirring to coat evenly.
  3. 3
    Cover and cook on High for 15 minutes.
  4. 4
    Adjust the setting to Low and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the nuts are coated with a crisp glaze, about 2 hours.
  5. 5
    In a small bowl, combine the ginger, cinnamon, and allspice and sprinkle over the nuts, stirring to coat evenly.
  6. 6
    Spread the nuts out in a single layer on a baking sheet and let cool completely before serving.
  7. 7
    These nuts will keep in the refrigerator, tightly covered, for up to a month or in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.

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