Things You'll Need:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 pound snow peas
- Groceries
- Baking Sheet Liners
- Baking Sheets
- Mixing Bowls
- Nonstick Skillets
- Saucepans
- Slotted Spoons
- Saucepans
- Baking sheets
- Mixing bowls
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Step 1
Bring two or three quarts of lightly salted water to a boil.
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Step 2
Fill a large bowl half-full with ice and then fill bowl with water to the halfway mark.
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Step 3
Place the snow peas in the boiling water until cooked through but still firm to the bite - about 2-3 minutes.
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Step 4
Test peas for doneness by removing one with a slotted spoon, dunking it in the ice bath and tasting it.
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Step 5
When the peas are done, remove them with a slotted spoon and dunk in ice water bath.
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Step 6
Let peas cool completely, then drain and set aside until almonds are toasted.
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Step 7
While peas cook, heat the oven to 325 degrees.
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Step 8
Spread the almonds in a single layer in a baking pan or a dry, ovenproof skillet - preferably nonstick. Place in the oven.
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Step 9
Cook until almonds begin to turn golden around the edges and smell toasted. Check almonds after about five minutes. Don't let them burn.
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Step 10
When almonds are done, remove the pan from the oven and carefully add the peas and butter.
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Step 11
Place skillet on a burner over low heat and stir constantly until peas are warmed through.
