Maple-Bacon Mixed Nuts

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 325 degrees F.
2. 2
   Bring 1 cup maple syrup and water to boil in medium saucepan on medium heat.
3. 3
   Add nuts; cook 3 min., stirring occasionally.
4. 4
   Drain.
5. 5
   Mix remaining maple syrup, sugars and liquid smoke in medium bowl.
6. 6
   Add nuts and bacon bits; toss to coat.
7. 7
   Spread onto parchment-covered rimmed baking sheet.
8. 8
   Bake 10 min.
9. 9
   ; stir.
10. 10
    Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F. Bake 18 to 20 min.
11. 11
    or until nuts are crisp and lightly browned, stirring after 10 min.
12. 12
    Cool.