Spicy Almonds

Easy, delicious and a wonderful snack for company, these almonds are always a hit at any gathering.

The Method and Ingredients:

in a small bowl mix;
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp hot pepper flakes
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ginger
1 1/2 tap salt

Heat 3 tbsp peanut oil a heavy sauce pan over med heat
Add 2 cups blanched almonds and stir often,
After 2 minutes add 1/2 cup of sugar,
Stir and saute until golden brown and the sugar has carmelized - do not over heat
burnt almonds don't taste good, so don't leave the stove while making this and stir constantly.
Remove from heat and put into bowl.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix you made above and mix well.
Spread and separate the almond mix onto a cookie sheet.
They'll harden and be ready to put into containers in about 30 minutes.

I give mason jars of these spicy almonds as gifts during the holidays people just love them!

Enjoy!

Let me know how you liked this recipe, comments are welcome.