Spicy Maple Walnuts

Preheat the oven to 300ºF. Combine the butter, syrup, salt, ginger, and cayenne in a small sauce pan. Melt the butter over low heat and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Put the walnuts in a bowl and add the melted glaze. Toss to coat and then spread the walnuts in a single-layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake the nuts for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring at 15-minute intervals. When the nuts are light and almost dry when you toss them, they are done. Remove the nuts from the oven and cool completely. Nuts will be very hot. Once cooled sprinkle with crystallized ginger and serve. Nuts can also be stored in an airtight container.