French Almonds

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
2. 2
   In a small skillet, heat the water and sugar, stirring a bit, just until it begins to boil.
3. 3
   Remove from the heat and stir in the almonds to coat them with the syrup.
4. 4
   Spread the almonds on a nonstick baking sheet, or a baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat.
5. 5
   Bake for 20 minutes, stirring twice during baking and separating any clumps.
6. 6
   Remove from the oven when the almonds are a medium golden brown.
7. 7
   Cool completely.
8. 8
   For Candied Oats, toast 1 cup (100 g) rolled oats in a small baking pan in a 350F (175C) oven for 7 minutes.
9. 9
   Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of water, 1 1/2 tablespoons of sugar, and a big pinch of cinnamon in a small saucepan.
10. 10
    Mix the syrup with the oats, spread the mixture on a nonstick baking sheet, and bake for 30 minutes, stirring a few times during baking.
11. 11
    Store French Almonds in an airtight container for up to 1 week.