Toasted Almonds Recipe
Recipe
Ingredients
4 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 cup almonds, blanched
1/4 tsp cumin
1 salt
Recipe
Preparation
Warm the oil in a heavy skillet, add the almonds & saute over the low
heat until they are golden brown. Take care not to burn them. Drain
on paper towels. Sprinkle with cumin & a little salt.
VARIATION: Add raisins or dried fruit.
Mary Salloum, "A Taste of the Mediterranean: Vegetarian Style" From:
Cooking
Servings:
4
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