I am not a Christmas baker. The only Christmas baking that I look forward to (other people making) is shortbread, specifically my Grandpa's recipe, and something referred to as "Christmas Crack". My mother-in-law makes it, it consists of a layer of soda crackers with a toffee like layer smothered in chocolate. We are spending the holidays with my in laws in Edmonton this year and I have been assured the "Christmas Crack" has been made....fewf. A pregnant girl has got to have something while others are enjoying rum and eggnogs or mulled wine. That being said it is nice to have something sweet around, so I decided to make some glazed nuts. Ingredients 1 egg white 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 pound walnut halves or pecans or mixed nuts (works out to about 3.5 cups) Directions
Adapted from here. I used mixed nuts and accidently bought salted nuts. I like the salty/sweet combo so no big deal. These turned out really well. I thought the amounts of spices sounded like a lot (especially the cloves) but they all blend really well together. When you take them out of the oven they will still be a little sticky but will harden up once they cool. I highly recommend the use of parchment paper or a really good non-stick cookie sheet. Overall: really easy and great taste. They also make a great gift, are a perfect topper for salads and are add some tradition to holiday gatherings. They are pretty easy to get carried away with, so watch out. Nuts are loaded with protein and healthy fats but are also calorie dense, so try to stick to a handful (good luck).
Over the weekend we went to visit Santa at Woodland Gardens, didn't go so well. But really, would childhood be complete without a crying with Santa photo?
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Jane
12/16/2011 01:25:11 am
Holidays involving costumes are just not his thing this year. And hopefully I can keep LM away from the Xmas crack until you arrive. I am surprised it warranted a mention given its nutrionsl value. xo
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Tiffany McFadden, RD
12/16/2011 06:56:24 am
@Jane: it can't be all healthy all the time. And yes keep LM away from it!
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