A scrumptious concoction of candied walnuts, incorporating cream sherry, orange zest and brown sugar. These freeze well.
Ingredients
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cream sherry
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 5 cups walnut halves
Directions
Step 1
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Step 2
Place the brown sugar, white sugar, salt, sherry, orange zest, and orange extract into a heavy saucepan, and stir until well combined. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, stirring constantly; boil for 1 minute. Stir in the butter. Remove from heat, and stir in the walnut halves to coat with syrup.
Step 3
Spread the candied walnut halves out onto the prepared baking sheet, and allow to cool thoroughly, at least 1 hour. Break into bite-size chunks to serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 30 | |
Calories 181 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat14g | 18% |
Saturated Fat2g | 9% |
Cholesterol2mg | 1% |
Sodium47mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate13g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 5% |
Total Sugars11g | |
Protein3g | |
Vitamin C1mg | 3% |
Calcium27mg | 2% |
Iron1mg | 3% |
Potassium101mg | 2% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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