Almonds
A mild, crunchy nut sold raw, roasted, salted, sliced, or slivered. Check which form a recipe wants, since they behave differently. Sliced and slivered are for topping and baking; whole are for snacking or roasting.
Used for
- snacking
- salads
- baking
- trail mix
In the kitchen
- Toast to deepen flavor.
- Chop or slice as needed.
- Store in the fridge or freezer to prevent rancidity.
Picking it at the store
- Buy raw and toast your own. Pre-roasted varieties go stale faster and cost more.
- Sliced (flat) and slivered (matchstick) aren't interchangeable for presentation. Check which a recipe specifies if you're garnishing.
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