Hostess Gifts: Sweet and Savory Almonds

I wanted to create a variation on our Perfectly Peppery Pecans that was vegan.  I am also a big fan of almonds so I thought it would be fun to use those instead of the pecans (though this recipe would still work great with pecans as well).

These are really easy to make.  Once you have a batch done, put in a small mason jar and voila — you have a perfect hostess gift!  Plus, you can store the extra in jars so that you have a great edible gift on hand for whenever you have a party or gathering to attend!

Sweet and Savory Almonds

• 1 pound whole almonds, unsalted
• 1 Tbs sugar
• 2 Tbs Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp Aleppo red pepper flakes, crushed
• Cooking Spray

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Combine all ingredients except cooking spray in a large bowl, tossing well to coat.

Spread mixture evenly on a jellyroll pan coated with cooking spray.

Coat nuts with cooking spray, lightly.

Bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.

Remove from oven.  Cool completely before putting into mason jars.