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 | |||
August 31, 2014 at 3:30 pm
Kristin, I am 63 and my DR told me to add raw almonds to my diet. Where do I begin?
August 31, 2014 at 4:19 pm
That’s what I’m here for! Great Rec Doc!
My rec. is simple
1. Look at your lifestyle and see where you can add a healthy snack in 1-2x/day.- To/from work, gym, shopping.
2. Buy a quality product: Gold Coast Nuts Raw Almonds- http://www.goldcoastnuts.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=ARNS100
3. Enjoy the great taste and health benefits of nuts!
PS always remember to make sure you understand “the why” when your doc recommends things so you stay in the driver seat of your own health!
For your platinum health,
Kristin MS, RDN, LDN, CSG
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