Garlic Pepper Almonds

Freshly toasted almonds tossed in a mixture of garlic powder and black pepper. From Life's Ambrosia.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups  whole almonds
• 1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more if desired
• 1  tablespoon water
• 1  teaspoon olive oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a bowl combine almonds, ½ teaspoon kosher salt and water. Toss to coat completely. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
3. Remove from oven, transfer to a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder and black pepper. Toss to coat.
4. Return to baking sheet and bake in oven for 5 more minutes. Allow to cool slightly before serving.