I thoroughly enjoy snack time. For me, this usually consists of a 1/4 cup (roughly a handful) of almonds and a banana. Almonds, you say? Nay! They are toasted almonds, even better! A serving of almonds contains a great mix of healthy fats, zero cholesterol, zero sodium, 6 grams of protein, and 3.5 grams of fiber to sustain you until the next meal.
Toasting almonds allows for the natural oils inside them to heat up, build pressure within the almonds, then make it explode with flavor! Plus it gives them a nice even bite compared to when they are not toasted.
Never toasted almonds or any kind of nut before? No problem! It's easy. I was taught by my friend and former roommate Miesha and now I shall teach you.
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2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
3. Pour almonds over a cookie sheet or whatever tray you've got. One with sides will help keep the almonds on the tray when you take them in and out of the oven
4. Place almonds in oven for about 10 minutes. You want to look for cracks in the almonds due to all that pressure as well as a nice darker, brown/gold color.You should also be able to smell them, it's fantastic.
5. Take out your almonds. You should be able to hear them sizzling.
6. Transfer to another tray or plate to allow them to cool. Do be cautious when you pick them up since there will still be a lot of heat in the almond itself.
7. Enjoy with a banana or by themselves. You'll notice how naturally sweet they are after they've been toasted.
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In health,
Lauren
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