Smokey Almonds

If you want a mild smokey almond for your snack bowls and platters, I think you will like these!  

When ever I think of the smell or taste of something smoked, it always takes me home to my dad's smoked salmon, the smokey smell of a tiny cabin full of friends and family and the pine covered mountains of Washington state.

I wonder if this smell comes in a can?

LOL!!

OK, I'm homesick now!

3 c. whole almonds

 T. olive oil

2 tsp. smoked paprika

1/2 tsp. Kosher salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

1/4 tsp. cumin

Place all ingredients in a bowl and toss to coat almonds evenly.

Almonds......

Oil.......

Paprika.......

I used a hot smoked paprika but I like spicy foods. If you don't care for spicy then just find a plain smoked paprika.  This really isn't that hot, just a little bite!

Salt.....

Pepper.......

Cumin......

stir to coat....

Pour out onto a baking sheet and bake 15 minutes at 325 degrees.  Watch them carefully and stir about half way through to roast evenly.

stir half way through.....

Take out and cool completely to serve.  if you are doing this ahead of time, cool and store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Gather your loved ones around and start the party!!

© Nancy Rappleye 2011