Main Ingredient: Nuts
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Nuts and Bolts
This recipe comes to us courtesy of the Renegade Lunch Lady Chef Ann Cooper and her book Lunch Lessons: Changing the Way We Feed our Children. Healthy, flavorful, easy to make, and fun to eat Nuts and Bolts make a tasty party treat, afterschool snack, or lunchbox munchie.
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Cashew Chocolate Pie
Coating a pie crust in chocolate adds decadent flavor and helps keep the crust from getting soggy. This easy-to-make pie can be prepared ahead of time.
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Candied Walnuts with Dark Chocolate and Orange Zest
These stovetop candied walnuts, scented with orange zest and drizzled with melted dark chocolate, are the perfect holiday gift or cocktail party treat.
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Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Peanut butter cookies are a long-time favorite in Jessica's family. When Jessica was diagnosed with Celiac disease two years ago, these became off limits. She would "love to enjoy these cookies again and feel like part of the family again!" This gluten-free version does not require a special flour blend; it can be assembled with basic pantry staples.
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Hazelnut Vinaigrette
Top steamed vegetables such as asparagus, broccoli and cauliflower florets with this simple vinaigrette. The nuts add a nice crunch to salads of seasonal greens as well. Prepare just before serving to preserve the nuts' appealing texture. For a variation, use toasted macademia nuts and oil instead of hazelnuts.
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Madeira-Glazed Chestnuts
These glazed chestnuts are an incredibly luxurious yet simple side to add to the holiday table. The sweetness of the Madeira provides an irresistible aroma to the rich chestnuts. Serve alongside roasted turkey, duck or ham. The Madeira takes time to reduce, so set it on the stove and keep an eye on it while you prepare other parts of the feast.
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Walnut Spread
Joe from Louisiana sent us this recipe for a walnut and chickpea dip brightened with fresh herbs and citrus juice. Think hummus, with the richness supplied by walnuts instead of sesame. Spread on crostini, toasted pita or rounds of English cucumber.
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Quick and Spicy Tamari Nut Mix
Served warm, this irresistible treat is extremely flavorful and aromatic, but room temperature is amazing, too. If you don't "do" spicy, omit the cayenne.
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Orange and Cinnamon Spiced Nut Mix
Give these spiced nuts as a gift throughout the fall and winter. If you prefer, substitute walnuts or peanuts for the almonds, pecans or filberts.
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Sweet and Spicy Toasted Pecans
Toasty with a nice bit of winter spice, the combination of maple syrup and brown sugar makes these a delicious treat.
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