Rosemary-Lemon Spiced Nuts

The ideal spiced nuts are evenly coated with spices and won’t turn soggy after just a day or two. Here’s what we discovered:

Test Kitchen Discoveries

• Since the recipe calls for toasting, your favorite variety of raw, unsalted nut is best.
• Oil, melted butter, and other common coatings make for greasy hands and don’t coat the nuts evenly. We found egg whites mixed with a little lemon juice and salt work best.
• Slow-roasting the nuts in the oven at a low temperature ensures the nuts cook completely without scorching the exterior.
• Line the baking sheet with parchment paper sprayed with baking spray to prevent the nuts from sticking.