Christmas Roasted Almonds

We found this recipe here, but modified it a bit to include smoked cinnamon. This gives the almonds a great smoky roasted flavor and they are sure to be a hit at any holiday party.

Ingredients

1 egg white

1 teaspoon cold water

4 cups whole almonds

1/2 cup white sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon smoked cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Lightly grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
2. Lightly beat the egg white; add water, and beat until frothy but not stiff. Add the nuts, and stir until well coated. Mix the sugar, salt, and cinnamon, and sprinkle over the nuts. Toss to coat, and spread evenly on the prepared pan.
3. Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until golden. Allow to cool, then store nuts in airtight containers.

Infused Olive Oil Recipe

Herb and spice infused olive oil is great for both cooking and using as a salad topper, but did you know you can also make your own at home?

It's quick and simple and will save you money over using a store bought brand.

Simply get a bottle of your favorite olive oil, an herb and spice blend of your choice and bottle for storing the finished product. We recommend using a sealable glass bottle with a spout for easy pouring.

Take your herb and spice blend and add about four tablespoons to the bottom of the bottle. Fill the remainder of the way with olive oil and seal tightly. Let rest for about a week so the flavors marinate and then use and enjoy!

A great twist on infused olive oil would be to add smoked garlic or pepper. They can be found at http://www.smokehousespices.com/.