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almonds, Cashews, egg white, kosher salt, maple sugar, maple syrup, peanuts, pecans, Spices, Walnuts, Worcestershire sauce
I received a jar of delicious mixed nuts for my birthday. The Unbound Reader and Middle Son, we the source of this goodness. These nuts (not the children!) were addictive. I’m certain you noticed that past tense reference. They were crisp, ever so slightly sweet and salty, with a really savory spice flavor. Well, I thought it worthwhile to try and reproduce them in far greater quantity. This is that experiment. Continue reading
I love eggplant…my favorite ways are usually the way the Asian use them. Salty, sweet with a crispy exterior and a creamy interior…but, then there’s baba ganoush. And the Brazilians serve it simply grilled, with maybe a drizzle of olive oil and vinegar. Okay…so it really doesn’t matter in what cuisine the flavors lay, I’m there for eggplant! 
These are just so delicious and deliciously easy. They are slightly unusual, in so much that they have decidedly tropical flavors. Guava is sweet, but with a nice little tang that works really well with sweet potatoes. 
Everyone seems to love guacamole, because well, it’s good. This version has crumbled bleu cheese stirred into it and it’s topped with bacon bits and toasted walnuts. Bring on the tortilla chips! 