Nothing like sneaking in a little protein during the holidays. After loads of sugar and plates of goodies, some nuts might be a good change to the holiday scene. They also look delicate and gourmet; a perfect gift wrapped in cellophane. Eat 'em or give 'em away. Both make sense.

I would love to try adding additional nuts to the recipe. Pecans, an ultimate palate-pleaser with their sweet roasted taste, peanuts and their tradition, it would be fun. Making it into a sort of trail mix would be so colorful and would be another great gift idea.

Ideas: Red and green M&Ms, craisins. colored skittles, cinnamon bears

If you do end up wanting to make a big batch, all you have to do is ask your Cook'n® to automatically change the recipe quantities. It'll be happy to do that for you.

By the way, I have talked about these nut's beauty but didn't mention their flavor. I loved them and can't wait to make them again!