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Fried Herbed Almonds

These crunchy thyme-flecked nuts are delicious served with sherry and slices of manchego cheese.

Source
Martha Stewart Living, November 2006
Fried Herbed Almonds
Photography: John Kernick
  • prep 5 mins
  • total time 15 mins
  • yield Makes 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 cups whole blanched almonds

  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, leaves

  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds, and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in thyme leaves. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet, and let cool completely. Almonds can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks.

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Reviews (2)

  • Maggie Regan
    3 Mar, 2013

    This recipe came out great! I made it for my sorority's formal tea and I think they taste great. I couldn't find blanched almonds at the store though so I use normal, raw almonds.
    I just made three pounds so I certainly hope they like them!!
  • JMarsden
    27 May, 2009

    I love to make new things, such as these. My family will love this as a snack.
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