Spiced Oatmeal With Candied Almonds Recipe

Name: Spiced Oatmeal With Candied Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the candied almonds (makes 2 cups); 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 cups sliced or slivered almonds; Pinch of Spice Islands ground Saigon cinnamon; Grind of Spice Islands sea salt; For the oatmeal; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats; Pinch of salt; Pinch of Spice Islands ground Saigon cinnamon; A few swipes of freshly grated Spice Islands nutmeg; 1/4 cup mixed Spice Islands crystallized ginger and dried fruits (such as cherries, raisins, or diced apricots)

Servings: persons

For the candied almonds (makes 2 cups)
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups sliced or slivered almonds
Pinch of Spice Islands ground Saigon cinnamon
Grind of Spice Islands sea salt
For the oatmeal
1 cup water
1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
Pinch of salt
Pinch of Spice Islands ground Saigon cinnamon
A few swipes of freshly grated Spice Islands nutmeg
1/4 cup mixed Spice Islands crystallized ginger and dried fruits (such as cherries, raisins, or diced apricots)

1
To make the almonds:
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Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F.
3
In a skillet, heat the water and sugar to a boil.
4
Remove from heat and stir in the almonds and cinnamon, until well-coated. Spread the nuts on a non-stick baking sheet (or one lined with silicone baking mat) and sprinkle with sea salt.
5
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring several times during baking, until they're golden brown. Let cool completely.
6
To make the oatmeal:
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In a small saucepan, combine the water, oats, salt, cinnamon, grated nutmeg, candied ginger, and dried fruit.
8
Bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer gently, stirring frequently, until most of the water is absorbed.
9
Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for about ten minutes.
10
To serve, top with almonds, maple syrup and a small pat of salted butter.

499

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the candied almonds (makes 2 cups), 2 tablespoons water, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 cups sliced or slivered almonds, and more.

Yes, Spiced Oatmeal With Candied Almonds falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spiced Oatmeal With Candied Almonds

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