Vanilla Walnut Berry Trail Mix Food

VANILLA WALNUT BERRY TRAIL MIX

Steps:

• Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Swirl in vanilla and sugar, then add walnuts. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until toasted. Let cool completely.
• Add raisins and pumpkin seeds to walnuts and toss well to mix. Add fruit and toss gently.
• Store in an airtight container.

VANILLA WALNUTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 325°F.
• Bring a large pan of water to a boil.
• Blanch walnuts 1 minute.
• Drain well.
• Transfer to a bowl.
• Blend corn oil with vanilla extract.
• Pour over hot nuts.
• Sprinkle in sugar and toss to mix well.
• Let stand 10 minutes.
• Arrange nuts on rimmed baking tray.
• Bake 30 to 35 minutes until nuts are light brown and crispy.
• Stir nuts a few times during baking.
• Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
• When nuts are done baking, transfer to a large bowl while still hot.
• Toss with seasoning mixture.
• Return to baking sheet and spread in a single layer to cool.
• Serve at room temperature.

VANILLA WALNUT BERRY TRAIL MIX

Steps:

• Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Swirl in vanilla and sugar, then add walnuts. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes, or until toasted. Let cool completely.
• Add raisins and pumpkin seeds to walnuts and toss well to mix. Add strawberries and toss gently. Store in an airtight container.