Tag: National Almond Day

RECIPE: Almond Butter Cookies (Chinese Almond Cookies)

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[1] We buy jumbo packages of raw almonds at Costco (photo © Niederegger Marzipan). [2] These are green almonds, harvested from the tree before shelling and roasting. They get their name from the fuzzy green coat. They can be eaten whole, and taste crunchy and tart, with a hint at unripe peaches. When the green…
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TIP OF THE DAY: 20 Ways To Enjoy Almonds

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Almonds: delicious and good for you. Photo courtesy National Almond Board.   February 16th is National Almond Day. Almonds have long been known to have heart healthy benefits* (more about them below). Healthcare professionals recommend them for snacks, as substitutes for other foods, and even for breakfast. Fans of The Devil Wears Prada may recall…
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