Toasted Almonds recipes

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: How To Toast Almonds : Toasting almonds gives them a better flavor, thus enhancing your recipe. Here are three easy methods. : Difficulty Level: easy Time Required: 15 minutes : -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- : Here's How: : Saucepan method: : Place almonds in a heavy, ungreased skillet. : Stir often over medium heat until golden brown. : Oven method: : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. : Spread nuts in one layer on ungreased shallow baking pan. : Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden. : Microwave method: : Place 1/2 cup slivered almonds and 1 tablespoon margarine or butter in a 9-inch microwave-proof pie plate. : Microwave on high, stirring every minute until brown, 4 to 5 minutes. : Tips: : Toasting of nuts intensifies their flavor. : Toasted nuts are less likely to sink in cake and bread batters. : Almond yields: 1 pound = 3 cups halves or 4 cups slivered. : ------------------ : How To Blanch Almonds : Some recipes call for blanched almonds, which are almonds with the skins removed. This method is quick and easy. : Difficulty Level: easy Time Required: 5 minutes : -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- : Here's How: : Place almonds in a bowl. : Pour boiling water to barely cover almonds. : Let the almonds sit for 1 minute and no longer. : Drain, rinse under cold water, and drain again. : Pat dry and slip the skins off. : Tips: : Don't let almonds sit in hot water too long or they will lose their crispness. : 1 pound of almonds in the shell will yield about 1-1/2 cups shelled. : 1 pound shelled = 3 cups whole or 4 cups slivered.

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