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                                            Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 6  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    I wasn't satisfied with any spiced nut recipes I tried, so I created my own crunchy concoction. They're great to take to a party or to give as a tasty holiday gift. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1/2 cup packed brown sugar  |  
                                                4-1/2 teaspoons water  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon  |  
                                                1/4 teaspoon ground allspice  |  
                                                1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom  |  
                                                1/8 teaspoon ground cloves  |  
                                                2 cups mixed nuts  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds. Stir; cook 30-60 seconds longer or until syrupy. Add nuts; stir to coat. 2. Spread into a microwave-safe 9-in. pie plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 to 3-1/2 minutes or until syrup is bubbly. Immediately spread onto a greased baking sheet. Cool; break into pieces. Yield: 2 cups.                              | 
                         
                         
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