Spiced Nuts

Ingredients

 * 1/2  c            Dark brn. Sugar -- firmly pkd.
 * 1/2  ts           -salt
 * 1/2  ts           Ground cinnamon
 * 1/4  ts           Ground allspice
 * 1/8  ts           Ground nutmeg
 * 1/8  ts           Ground cloves
 * 1 1/2  tb           -water
 * 1 1/2  c            pecan halves -- walnut halves;
 * Cashews or a combination

Directions

 * In a deep, 2-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic casserole, combine first 7 ingredients
 * Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 1 1/2 minutes; stir occasionally.
 * Add 1/2 cup nuts at a time to syrup mixture. Stir until well coated.
 * With a slotted spoon lift out nuts; drain extra syrup.
 * Place nuts in a shallow, 1 1/2-quart, heat-resistant, non-metalic baking dish.
 * Repeat with remaining nuts.
 * Heat coated nuts, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 5 minutes or until syrup begins to harden slightly.
 * Transfer nuts to wax paper and allow to cool and harden.
 * This is a family favorite and so easy to make.
 * I always use pecans.
 * For years I have filled some type of small container and given for gifts.