Basil-Pesto Almonds

Ingredients

• 2 cups natural almonds whole
• 0.3 cup basil leaves whole packed
• 2  egg whites 
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
• 0.3 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
• 1 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

• bowl
• baking sheet
• baking paper
• oven
• blender
• colander

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Combine the egg whites and basil in a blender; process on low speed until mixture is pureed. Toss egg white mixture with the almonds.
3. Drain in a colander. Stir together cheese, salt and garlic powder in a medium bowl.
4. Add drained almonds and toss to coat.
5. Place almonds in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.