Christmas Food Gifts: Curry-Honeyed Almonds

I only have one thing to say about these:  Gene asked when I was making more.  That says it all! 

 Curry-Honey Almonds

Recipe by Glenna Anderson Muse

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Almonds, whole and raw
• 1/3 cup canola or other cooking oil
• 1/3 cup brown sugar, not packed
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 1/2 TBSP curry powder
• 1 tsp salt

Directions:

In a medium microwavable bowl, mix all ingredients together and microwave on high for 1 minute.  Stir.  Microwave for another 1 minute. Stir.  Microwave for another 1 minute. Stir.  Nuts are done when the spices and oil have combined and coated the almonds homogenously.  Spread out on a parchment covered cookie sheet in one flat layer to cool.

Store in an air-tight container or divide into bags for gifts. Decorate and label as appropriate for the occasion.

Makes 3 cups.

Nutrition per 1/2 oz serving (approx 12-14 almonds): Calories: 132; Protein: 3; Carbs: 11; Fat: 7; Fiber: 4; Weight Watchers Pts: 3