In following my mom's "three appetizer" rule, I decided to make these roasted nuts tonight. This was my first time making a spiced nut, but I'm so glad that I tried! It's a great appetizer, totally easy, and pretty healthy too! I'm sure there are an infinite number of variations -- more sweet, more spice, more salt... maybe some dried coconut?! Ingredients:
1 cup blanched, whole almonds
1/3 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ras-al-hanout (or any other spice mix, really)
1/3 tablespoon sesame seeds
salt to taste
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a frying pan, heat up the almonds -- on high for about a minute, and then on low for three to four minutes. While they are toasting, mix the remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Transfer the almonds into the spice mixture and coat them evenly. When you're ready to bake the almonds, line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and spread out the almonds so that they aren't touching one another (if possible). Bake for about 10 to 15 minutes -- as long as you can without burning them! Be sure to let the almonds cool, as they will harden in about an hour.
2 comments:
Hey there! What IS your mom's 3 app. rule??? These look great and I know I owe you a call. . .daycare is kicking our hineys! I will call this weekend. love! r:) ps. Dig the new design. . you inspire me to re-vamp Chaos of the World. . .
the three appetizer rule is that one must serve three appetizers!!! i think leena has this rule too : ) thanks for checking in via foodblog...my most loyal fan!!! sending lots of immunity to you, peter and mira : ) xoxo
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