Microwave Toasted Nuts Food

MICROWAVE-TOASTED NUTS

Steps:

• In a microwave safe dish (I used a Pyrex pie plate), place the nuts evenly in a single layer (coat them in the fat, if using).
• Microwave on HIGH heat for 2 minutes, stir, and continue to cook and stir at one minute intervals, until nuts are fragrant and light golden brown in color. Be careful not to let them scorch. Use potholders.
• (Note: total cook time is about 5 minutes for whole nuts-- smaller amounts or sliced nuts or sesame seeds could be done in as little as 2 minutes, larger amounts of nuts will take longer and not cook as evenly, therefore 1/2 cup of nuts is optimal for even cooking. The optional addition of the fat will speed cooking time somewhat).
• IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS: Be sure to use potholders as the dish will become hot. Do NOT add water to the hot dish, as it may crack. Microwave heating times vary, so use caution.
• Let cool at room temperature.
• Use in recipes or for snacking. Makes a nice holiday or hostess gift in a jar with a fabric lid, tied with pretty ribbon or raffia.

MICROWAVE TOASTED PINE NUTS

Steps:

• Place the pine nuts in a small, fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water. Toss with the salt. Transfer the nuts to a small brown paper bag, fold over the bag and microwave on high for 1 to1 1/2 minutes. Remove the bag from the microwave and set aside to cool for 1 minute.

WONDERFUL MICROWAVE HONEY ROASTED NUTS

Steps:

• To toast nuts, heat and stir over medium heat till toasted.
• Or carefully heat in the microwave for a few minutes.
• Nuts tend to burn easily so toast with caution and stir and turn frequently.
• Then stir nuts with remainder of ingredients and mix well.
• Microwave on high power for 7 minutes, stirring once.
• Then pour mixture on a sheet of foil and let cool completely.
• Break up nut mixture and stir in a cool dry place.
• Note: made in a 650/700 watt microwave oven, so adjust time if needed.