Maple Walnuts

2 cups walnut halves

non-stick spray

4 tablespoons pure maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon vegan margarine

1/8 teaspoon sea salt

Coat a large baking sheet with non-stick spray and set aside. Preheat oven to 350F*. 

Add the maple syrup, margarine and salt to a small (10" or so) non-stick skillet. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer. Continue to simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, being careful with it as it will be very hot! Add the walnut halves to the maple mixture and stir, working quickly, to coat the nuts on all sides.  Transfer to prepared baking sheet, drizzling any remaining maple mixture from the pan over top, and spread out in a single layer.

Bake for 30 minutes, stirring twice during baking to separate the walnuts and to toss them over. Allow to cool on the sheet for 3-4 minutes then spread onto a plate to cool completely. Walnuts will crisp up as they cool.

*Katelynn mentioned she needed to lower the heat a little on her oven, so consider turning it down to 325, but keep a close eye on things either way to prevent burning.