Diva Diabetics Savory Almonds Recipes

CRISP SAVORY ALMONDS

Steps:

• Beat egg whites in a large bowl at high speed of an electric mixer until foamy. Add mustard, red pepper, and paprika; beat at low speed until well blended.
• Stir in almonds; toss to coat evenly.
• Combine Parmesan cheese and salt on a sheet of wax paper. Pour the almond mixture over the cheese mixture; toss gently to coat evenly. Spread almonds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Bake at 300 degrees for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn the oven off. Let the almonds stand in the oven for 30 minutes. Remove almonds from the oven, and let cool completely.
• Store almonds in an airtight container.

SAVORY SEASONED ROASTED ALMONDS =O)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 325.
• Place nuts in a medium size mixing bowl and drizzle oil over them.
• Add seasonings. Flip a dozen or so times to coat well, then spread on a cookie sheet with rimmed edge.
• Place in oven for approximately 20 - 30 minutes, stirring and turning over every 3-5 minutes for even browning and to prevent burning.
• Remove from oven and and lay to rest on paper towels until cool. Be warned, nuts may seem warm to fingers, but still be too hot for the tongue! When cool, serve and enjoy. Store in a can, jar, or tightly sealed plastic bag.