snack

Volcanic Spiced Nuts

Name: Volcanic Spiced Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups mixed nuts; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp salt

These spicy nuts symbolize the unpredictable and intense nature of Mauna Loa's eruption, providing a flavorful kick reminiscent of the novel's tension.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 25 minutesServes 8 servingsEasy

Ingredients

2 cups mixed nuts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 300°F.
2
Toss nuts with olive oil and spices in a bowl.
3
Spread nuts on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4
Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fragrant.
5
Let cool before serving.