1/3 c slivered almonds (toasted)
1/2 c sugar
1/4 c water
Spread almonds on cookie sheet covered with parchment paper. In a small saucepan heat sugar and water until sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking for 6-8 minutes, until mixture is golden brown. Pour over almonds. Let cool. Break into pieces.
This is one of the simplest recipes ever. If you are like me, and have a variety of nuts on hand at all times -- then you can make this recipe in like 10 minutes, anytime. It's quick, simple and delicious. There are just a few things to pay attention to, and you can have a delectable treat.
I am having a rough week, and another rough one is coming up at work. I really needed to find a recipe that was super simple. I had neither the time nor the energy to do anything complicated. At the same time, I didn't want to miss a week. So although Giada labeled this recipe a "garnish", I thought it was worth a try.
As I mentioned -- super simple. Do not skip the extra step of roasting the almonds. It adds a depth of flavor that takes this candy to the next level. The only other thing I would suggest is to be super careful with the sugar. Keep watching it while it's cooking. There is something magical when water and sugar all of a sudden starts to smell like caramel, and looking golden and beautiful. However, it can go from that to burnt and bitter in a minute, so be careful. Also, hot sugar burns like nothing else, so do be careful when pouring.
It's a glorious recipe -- see pictures below. It's sweet and crunchy and nutty. It looks pretty. If you don't like hard sugar sticking in you teeth - this recipe is not for you. Otherwise, make it and enjoy.
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| This is the color of the caramel when it's ready --maybe I could have let it go 30 second longer, but I wanted make sure it didn't burn. |
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| And now you are done. |
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| Delicious treat is ready! |
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| Isn't it beautiful? |
Nice! What does she use it as a garnish for?
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