Pine Nut Crumbles

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325F.

2. 2

   Place the pine nuts in a food processor fitted with the metal blade and process until coarsely ground.

3. 3

   Remove half of the nuts to a bowl and reserve.

4. 4

   Add the cinnamon and sugar to the remaining nuts in the bowl of the processor and continue to process until finely ground, about the texture of cornmeal.

5. 5

   Add the flour and process until combined.

6. 6

   Add the mixture to the reserved pine nuts and toss to combine.

7. 7

   Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

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   Pour the hot butter over the pine nut mixture and work in with a spatula.

9. 9

   Sprinkle the salt over and work in.

10. 10

    Pinch off pieces about the size of 2 tablespoons, roll into balls, then flatten slightly.

11. 11

    Put a cute dimple in the top of each with your thumb.

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    Place 1/2 inch apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

13. 13

    Bake on the center rack of the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until firm and lightly browned.

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    Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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