How to blanch almonds - easy and economical

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   Place shelled almonds in microwave safe bowl and add enough tap water to really cover/submerge almonds well.

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   Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes.

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   Dump out water and rinse almonds (I used a strainer for this step).

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   To remove skin, gently squeeze almond between thumb and forefinger until almond slides out of skin.

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   Repeat with remaining almonds.

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   Allow almonds to air dry a bit before using.

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   Use dry blanched almonds in recipes, to make almond meal/flour, almond paste or marzipan, or whatever your imagination can come up with!!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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