It’s easy enough to pop open a can of nuts when entertaining, but those canned nuts often
taste stale, as if they’ve sat on the shelf too long. Freshly toasted nuts have a much better,
fresher flavor. But nuts can be delicate and will burn easily if improperly cooked. How do you
toast almonds? Here’s what we discovered:
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Toast raw, skin-on almonds in a skillet with a little oil or butter, salt, and pepper. Stir
frequently to ensure even toasting and prevent spotty burning.
Keep the heat gentle to prevent the nuts from burning. Medium-
low should suffice.
Add chili powder blended with cumin, cayenne, and cloves for a
rich barbecue flavor. The oil or butter provides a tacky surface onto which the spices can
cling.
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