Toasted Mixed Nuts and Seeds Fait Maison
Makes 6 cups (1.5 kg) Toasted nuts are easy to find on a supermarket shelf, but they are almost as easy to make yourself. Toasting your own nuts is like sustainable farming—you’re on top of the whole process, from start to finish. You may not produce the nuts, but you carefully purchase them, decide how […]
Salted Spanish Almonds
Makes 2 cups (270 g) Spanish almonds, the best of which are the flat, crisp Marcona variety, have an intense yet delicate almond flavor. In Spain they are deep fried or roasted and salted and served as a snack, or they are toasted and used to adorn sweets. Here I’ve taken the Marcona almond, salted […]
Anise- and Fennel-Spiced Walnuts
Makes about 2 cups (200 g) Anise and fennel seeds are an unusual and successful combination with walnuts. Try these for a tasty, toasty accompaniment to champagne or other apéritif. If you have leftovers, they make a fine addition to a green salad or to a dish of freshly steamed seasonal vegetables. INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons […]
Kaffir Peanuts
Makes 2 cups (about 320 g) This recipe takes the humble peanut to new heights by removing it from the baseball park or a table in front of the TV and putting it on the dinner table or bar. This is the creation of Andy Ricker, owner of Pok Pok restaurant and whiskey bar in […]
Lime and Pepper Cashews
Makes 2 cups (285 g) This recipe was inspired by a delicious salad I had while Iwas in Thailand. The salad was, quite literally, this mixture atop a bed of fresh, crisp lettuce. Always on the lookout for appetizers, I immediately decided the undressed lettuce was superfluous and this would be a perfect appetizer. Iwas […]
Cinnamon Pecans
Makes about 4 cups (500 g) This recipe comes from Sue Raasch, a former cooking student who has a pecan orchard right outside her house in Texas. She made us all laugh with her stories of Texas and of pecans, and the minute she returned home she sent me not only a host of her […]
Homemade Orange Rolls
Homemade orange rolls are generally considered a delicious treat. The soft and fluffy dough is perfectly complemented by the sweet and tangy orange filling, while the glaze adds an extra layer of sweetness. When served warm, the rolls are a perfect balance of citrus and sweetness that can be enjoyed any time of the day. […]
Nutty Coconut Granola
Nutty Coconut Granola is a popular breakfast food because it is quick and easy to prepare, and it is also a nutritious and tasty option. The oats provide fiber and whole grains, while the nuts and coconut provide healthy fats and protein. The addition of coconut oil, honey, and dried fruit make it a satisfying […]
Butterfinger Bars
Butterfinger bars can be enjoyed at any time as a sweet snack or dessert. They are especially popular as an after-school treat, as an addition to lunchboxes, or as a dessert after a meal. They can also be served as a snack at parties or gatherings, or as an indulgent treat during movie nights. Ultimately, […]