Try Almonds for a Nutritious Indulgence
(NewsUSA)
- When you want an indulgent treat, consider almonds. They're versatile
and nutritious and make for an enjoyable snack on their own or as part
of a warm beverage.
A serving of 23 almonds (a 1-ounce, 160-calorie handful) is
an
excellent source of vitamin E and magnesium and a good source of
protein and fiber. It also provides potassium, calcium, phosphorous,
iron and heart-healthy monounsaturated fat.
Recent research has shown that almonds, when compared serving
per
serving, contain flavonoid antioxidants in levels comparable to
broccoli and tea.
Plus, almonds are available in many different forms. For
example,
they can be sliced, slivered, or you can try them in almond milk,
almond butter or even almond flour. An all-time favorite is almonds as
a crunchy and spicy snack.
The almonds in the recipe below pack just the right amount of
heat.
Eat them alone, or mix them with two to three cups of popcorn.
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Recipe for Spiced Chocolate Almonds
Ingredients:
1 large egg white
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups whole natural almonds
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Preheat oven to 225 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment
paper.
Place egg white in a large bowl; whisk until frothy. Whisk in vanilla.
Add almonds and gently toss until completely coated. Place
remaining ingredients in a bowl and toss until well-combined.
Add sugar mixture to the almonds, a quarter at a time, and
gently
toss until well-coated. Transfer almonds to the prepared sheet and
arrange in a single layer.
<> Bake for 15 minutes, then stir and bake for 15 more minutes,
or
until coating is lightly colored and dried out. Remove from oven and
immediately loosen with a metal spatula. Cool before serving.
Makes 2 Cups.
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recipes, visit www.AlmondsAreIn.com.
