Step #2 Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
Step #3 Lightly oil the parchment.
Step #4 In a bowl, mix the sugar with the salt.
Step #5 In a large skillet, melt the honey with the cayenne.
Step #6 Add the nuts & stir this to coat.
Step #7 Spread the nuts in a single layer on the baking sheet & bake for 10 mins.
Step #8 Let the nuts cool slightly, then add them to the sugar-salt mixture & toss to coat.
Step #9 Discard the parchment & spread the nuts out on the baking sheet to cool completely, then transfer to a bowl & serve.
Step #10 Make Ahead: The nuts can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Step #11 Wine Recommendation: Stuckey: Crisp & refreshing, the 1993 Domaine Carneros Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine from California will help you recover from the kick of cayenne spice.
Step #12 Triffon: When spicy snacks also have sweetness, an off-dry sparkling wine, like the 1993 Iron Horse Russian Cuvée from California, is perfect.