Toss the almonds with the oil and salt so that they are nicely coated, then spread them out in a single layer. Place the tray into the preheated oven. Toast the almonds for about 10-15 minutes or until they turn golden brown. Once the almonds are toasted, remove the baking tray from...
Heat the oven to 350 F. Spread the almonds in a single layer on a rimmed cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Toast them for five to 10 minutes, shaking the pan a few times to redistribute the nuts so they brown evenly. Pull them from the oven just as they turn golden brown and...
Blanched almonds can be cut into slivers, which add an attractive texture to yogurt, ice cream, and other treats. After the nuts are blanched, warm them up slightly to make slivering easier—a short 10 seconds in the microwave will do the trick. Then, using your sharpest knife, slice the...
Fresh GarlicCloves– Rubbingpeeled and halved clove of garlicacross the top of the baked crostini is a simple way to seriously boost the flavor quotient. The rough surface of the olive oil-toasted bread almonds acts like a cheese grater, letting little bits of spicy garlic into all the nooks...
It is possible to lose 20 lbs. of bodyfat in 30 days by optimizing any of three factors: exercise, diet, or drug/supplement regimen. I’ve seen the elite implementation of all three in working with professional athletes. In this post, we’ll explore what I refer to as ...
Other types of nuts to use in pesto instead of pine nuts: Walnuts Almonds (I like Marcona almonds) Cashews Pepitas Pistachios Sunflower seeds Hemp seeds (safe for nut allergies) Tip: No matter what kind of nut you use, just be sure to toast them. Toasting maximizes the flavor of the ...
Just remember that almonds are high in calories, so be sure to keep your portion size in check — it is definitely possible to have too much of a good thing. 11. Kale Type “superfoods” into your search engine, and this leafy green vegetable is likely to be one of the first results...
Almonds, cashews, and macadamia nuts are all loaded with healthy fats and protein to help keep you full between meals. They’re also shelf-stable, making them an excellent choice for snacks to take to work or school. (Not) Going Viral: 20 Best Foods That Help Your Body Fight Viruses Nat...
Flexibility is a key feature of this vegetable cutlet recipe. You have the freedom to mold the cutlets into your preferred shape, allowing for a personalized touch to these vegetarian cutlets. For added convenience, these veg cutlets can be prepared a day in advance. Simply heat them in the...
If you can believe it (I can’t), I once said (on this very blog!) and I quote: “Some raw food types grate them into obscurity or juice them in order to eat them, but I don’t recommend it. ” Ah, the ignorance of youth! Or at least the fears of a beet newbie. You know...