Hi All.
Check out this amazing recipe from the Almond Board of California.
It always tastes better with almonds from GOLD COAST NUTS . COM and a glass of Chianti or Sauvignon Blanc.
Basil Pesto Almonds created by: Almond Board of California 
servings 8
ingredients2 egg whites
1/4 cup packed whole basil leaves
2 cups whole natural almonds
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
preparation
Preheat the oven to 225°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Combine the egg whites and basil in a blender; process on low speed until mixture is pureed. Toss egg white mixture with the almonds. Drain in a colander. Stir together cheese, salt and garlic powder in a medium bowl. Add drained almonds and toss to coat. Place almonds in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.
| Calories | 220 | Fiber | 4 g |
| Fat | 19 g | Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sat Fat | 2 g | Sodium | 350 mg |
| Mono Fat | 12 g | Calcium | 120 mg |
| Poly Fat | 4 g | Magnesium | 100 mg |
| Protein | 9 g | Potassium | 282 mg |
| Carb | 7 g | Vitamin E | 9.2 mg* |
| * total alpha-tocopherol equivalents | |||
