Toasting Nuts in the Microwave

Toasting brings out the wonderful flavor of nuts and improves their taste in most recipes, especially baked goods and salads.  The microwave does this very efficiently, saving energy by not heating up the oven, not to mention the fact that toasting nuts in the microwave does not heat up your kitchen, a great tip for summer cooking.

To toast walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, and almonds:  place 1-2 cups in a shallow dish and microwave 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they smell good and are toasted to your preferences.  Check at least every minute.