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Smoked Paprika Almonds spread out on a sheet pan

Bacon Paprika Almonds

Almonds are a healthy snack and roasting them in bacon and tossing with smoked paprika elevates them.  Add these smoked paprika almonds to your next cheese board or just eat by the handful!
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Course: Snacks to Share
Cuisine: Spanish
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Author: Jennifer Stewart

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound almonds raw
  • 2 tablespoons bacon fat rendered
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300F.
  • Warm bacon fat to liquid form.
  • Toss almonds in bacon fat.
  • Sprinkle with smoked paprika, lime juice, and salt.
  • Toss to coat evenly.
  • Spread on a parchment or foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 to keep the almonds from burning.
  • When done, remove from oven and cool completely.
  • Store in an air-tight container until ready to eat.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 552mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g