Maple Roasted Cashews

How about a recipe that is as quick and easy to make as it was for me to write this blog entry?

MAPLE ROASTED CASHEWS
-a few handfuls of whole cashews
-1 tbsp canola oil
-about .25 cup real maple syrup (Vermont made please!)
-a few sprinkles each of cinnamon, salt, pepper, and a tiny pinch of cayenne pepper

-Preheat the oven to 350.
-Toss everything together in a bowl.
-Pour nut mixture on a baking sheet that has been oiled (to prevent any sticking).
-Bake for about 20 minutes, checking every 5 minutes or so and stirring.
-The nuts are done when they are slightly browned and fragrant.

I love bringing these nuts to work in a little Pyrex container with some dried fruit, like apricots. It is the perfect pick me up when the 3:00pm lull rolls around. Don't be a victim of the vending machine! Make these instead!