SPICY ORANGE NUTS

1 1/2 cups unsifted powdered sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp ground cinnamon
3/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1/8 tsp salt
2 tbsp freshly grated orange peel.
2 egg whites, slightly beaten
3 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
2 cups walnut or pecan halves

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.

Sift together sugar, cornstarch, spices, and salt. Stir in grated peel.

Blend egg whites with orange juice; stir in nuts, coating each half completely. Drain thoroughly. Then roll in sugar mixture to coat well. Spread on cookie sheet. Do not allow nuts to touch.

Bake at 250 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes (or until dry).

Cool before storing in container.

Servings: 6
Source: Arizona Cookbook