Best 20 Almond Sauce Recipes

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**Indulge in the Creamy Delights of Almond Sauce: A Culinary Journey Through 5 Enticing Recipes**

From the bustling streets of Sicily to the vibrant markets of Marrakech, almond sauce has captivated taste buds across continents with its rich, nutty flavor and versatile culinary applications. Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore five tantalizing recipes that showcase the diverse possibilities of this creamy delight. Whether you're seeking a savory accompaniment to your favorite protein, a luscious topping for your pasta, or a delightful dip for your appetizers, this collection has something to satisfy every palate. Prepare to be enchanted by the symphony of flavors and textures that await you in the world of almond sauce.

Let's cook with our recipes!

COFFEE ALMOND ICE-CREAM CAKE WITH DARK CHOCOLATE SAUCE



Coffee Almond Ice-Cream Cake with Dark Chocolate Sauce image

Categories     Cake     Milk/Cream     Chocolate     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Almond     Amaretto     Gourmet     Small Plates

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups fine chocolate wafer crumbs (about 30 wafers)
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 pints coffee ice cream, softened slightly
1 1/2 cups well-chilled heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups crushed amaretti (Italian almond macaroons, available at specialty foods shops and some supermarkets)
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
For the dark chocolate sauce:
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
2/3 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
4 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
3 to 4 tablespoons Amaretto, or to taste

Steps:

  • To make the cake:
  • In a bowl with a fork stir together the crumbs and the butter until the mixture is combined well, pat the mixture onto the bottom and 1 inch up the side of a lightly oiled 8-inch springform pan, 2 1/2 inches deep, and freeze the crust for 30 minutes, or until it is firm. Spread the ice cream evenly on the crust and return the pan to the freeze for 30 minutes, or until the ice cream is firm. In a bowl with an electric mixer beat the cream with the vanilla until it holds stiff peaks, fold in the amaretti thoroughly, and spread the mixture over the ice cream. Smooth the top of the cake, sprinkle it with the almonds, and freeze the cake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the top is firm. Freeze the cake, covered with plastic wrap and foil, for at least 4 hours or overnight. Just before serving, wrap a warm dampened kitchen towel around the side of the pan, remove the side, and transfer the cake to a serving plate. Cut the cake into wedges with a knife dipped in hot water and serve it with the chocolate sauce.
  • To make the sauce:
  • In a small heavy saucepan combine the cream and the brown sugar, bring the mixture to a boil over moderately high heat, whisking occasionally, and boil it, whisking, until the brown sugar is dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and add the chocolates, whisking until they are melted. Whisk in the butter and the Amaretto, whisking until the sauce is smooth, and let the sauce cool slightly. The chocolate sauce may be made 1 week in advance and kept covered and chilled. Reheat the chocolate sauce over very low heat, stirring occasionally, until it is warm.

ALMOND CHICKEN WITH APRICOT SAUCE



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With its fruity, slightly sweet apricot sauce, this tender chicken entree is full of flavor, not fat. When my children were all at home, they would rate a new recipe on the scale of 1 to 10. This is one of the 10's. -Erma Yoder, Millersburg, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup apricot spreadable fruit
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
4 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon ground mustard
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the first five ingredients; transfer 1/2 cup to a serving bowl and set aside. Dip chicken in remaining apricot mixture. Place in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Sprinkle almonds over chicken; drizzle with butter. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with reserved apricot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 398mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PUMPKIN ICE CREAM PIE WITH CHOCOLATE-ALMOND BARK AND TOFFEE SAUCE



Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie with Chocolate-Almond Bark and Toffee Sauce image

Provided by Sarah Patterson Scott

Categories     Milk/Cream     Food Processor     Microwave     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Kid-Friendly     Frozen Dessert     Almond     Spice     Pumpkin     Fall     Family Reunion     Cinnamon     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

Crust:
12 whole graham crackers (about 7 ounces)
1/4 cup sugar
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
1 cup canned pure pumpkin
3/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 quarts premium vanilla ice cream
Bark, sauce, and topping:
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
6 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped
1 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups chilled heavy whipping cream, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Finely grind graham crackers in processor. Mix in sugar. Add butter; mix to blend. Press onto bottom and up sides of 10-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Bake until light brown around edges, about 12 minutes. Cool completely.
  • For filling:
  • Whisk first 9 ingredients in medium bowl. Slightly soften ice cream in microwave in 10-second intervals. Measure 1 cup ice cream; cover and freeze (reserve for another use). Spoon remaining ice cream into large bowl. Working quickly, add pumpkin mixture and fold just until swirled into ice cream (do not blend completely). If ice cream begins to melt, freeze until almost firm. Spoon ice cream filling into cooled crust, cover with plastic, and freeze until firm, at least 6 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep frozen.
  • For bark, sauce, and topping:
  • Line baking sheet with parchment paper; spray with nonstick spray. Stir chocolate in bowl set over saucepan of simmering water until melted and smooth. Pour onto baking sheet. Using offset spatula, spread chocolate in even layer into 12x9-inch rectangle. Sprinkle with nuts. Place in freezer until hard, at least 30 minutes. Invert onto work surface. Peel off paper. Coarsely chop. Place DO AHEAD: Chocolate-almond bark can be made 2 days ahead. Keep frozen.
  • Bring brown sugar, corn syrup, 3 tablespoons water, and butter to boil in heavy medium saucepan, stirring until butter melts and sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium and boil until dark brown, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Carefully stir in 1/2 cup cream, vanilla, and salt (mixture will bubble vigorously). Boil 1 minute longer. Cool slightly. DO AHEAD: Sauce can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before serving.
  • Using electric mixer, beat 1 1/2 cups cream and 2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl until peaks form. Spoon decoratively over pie. Sprinkle chocolate-almond bark over. Cut pie into wedges and serve, passing warm sauce alongside.

LAYERED ALMOND CREAM CHEESE BREAD PUDDING WITH AMARETTO CREAM SAUCE



Layered Almond Cream Cheese Bread Pudding with Amaretto Cream Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Vegetable cooking spray
1 (16-ounce) loaf honey white bread, sliced and divided
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
9 large eggs, divided
1/4 cup sugar, plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
11/4 cups almond filling, plus 2 tablespoons almond filling
1 cup butter, melted and divided
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
Dash salt
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup slivered almonds
Amaretto Cream Sauce, recipe follows
1/2 cup amaretto liqueur
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Coat a 13 by 9 by 3-inch pan with cooking spray. Arrange 4 1/2 bread slices in bottom of prepared pan, cutting slices, as necessary, to fit pan.
  • Beat cream cheese, 1 egg, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla with an electric mixer until smooth. Spread half of cream cheese mixture over bread.
  • Whisk together 1 1/4 cups almond filling and 1/2 cup melted butter. Spread half of almond mixture over cream cheese mixture. Repeat layers once, using 4 1/2 bread slices, remaining cream cheese mixture, and remaining almond mixture.
  • Cut remaining bread slices into 1-inch cubes, sprinkle evenly over almond mixture.
  • Whisk together remaining 8 eggs, remaining 2 teaspoons vanilla, half-and-half, and salt; pour over bread cubes. Cover and chill 30 minutes or until most of egg mixture is absorbed.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Whisk together remaining 1/2 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons almond filling, 2 tablespoons sugar, and egg yolk until blended. Drizzle evenly over bread pudding; sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake for 1 hour or until set. Serve warm or chilled with Amaretto Cream Sauce.
  • Combine amaretto and cornstarch, stirring until smooth.
  • Cook cream in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, just until bubbles appear; gradually stir in amaretto mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat, and boil, stirring constantly, 30 seconds. Remove from heat; stir in sugar, and let cool completely.

ALMOND SAUCE CHICKEN BREASTS



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This tasty dish is very rich in flavour.

Provided by Rebecca Swift

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1 egg
½ cup water
2 cups finely chopped almonds
¼ cup butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound fresh mushrooms
1 onion, sliced into rings
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup almond paste
½ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Pound chicken breasts to flatten; Season with salt and pepper to taste. In a small bowl, beat together egg and water to make egg wash. Place almond crumbs in a shallow dish or bowl; dip chicken in egg wash, then dredge in almonds.
  • Melt butter with olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Brown coated chicken quickly, then transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In same skillet, brown the mushrooms and onions with the garlic. Mix together and spread mixture over the chicken.
  • In same skillet, combine the cream and almond paste and mix together; heat through, then stir in nutmeg. Pour sauce over chicken, mushrooms and onions.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1095.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 227 mg, Fat 88.8 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 52.1 g, SaturatedFat 26.3 g, Sodium 206 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

PEAR AND CHERRY CRISP WITH ALMOND CUSTARD SAUCE



Pear and Cherry Crisp with Almond Custard Sauce image

Looking for a baked dessert recipe? Then check out this fruits crisp with a nutty custard sauce.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons dried cherries
4 medium pears, peeled, cored and sliced (4 cups)
1 cup frozen pitted tart cherries
1/3 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 containers (4 oz each) refrigerated vanilla fat-free pudding
1/4 cup fat-free half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In small bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, 3 tablespoons flour and the butter until crumbly. Stir in dried cherries; set aside.
  • In 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish, mix remaining fruit crisp ingredients. Sprinkle oat mixture over filling; press slightly.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until topping is golden brown and mixture is bubbly. Cool 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients. Serve fruit crisp with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 35 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN IN ALMOND SAUCE



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Categories     Chicken     Nut     Poultry     Bake     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Bacon     Almond     Spring     Cinnamon     Potluck     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup sliced almonds
6 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (2 lb total)
1 teaspoon salt
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican), crumbled
2 Turkish bay leaves or 1 California
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 bacon slices, chopped
1 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
1 tablespoon chopped garlic (2 to 3 cloves)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Spread 1/4 cup almonds on a baking sheet and toast in oven until golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, finely grind remaining 1/2 cup almonds in a food processor about 1 minute (don't grind to a paste).
  • Pat chicken dry and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Heat a dry 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, then toast ground almonds, cinnamon stick, oregano, and bay leaves, stirring constantly, until almonds are pale golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and wipe skillet clean.
  • Heat oil in skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté chicken, turning over once, until golden, about 5 minutes total. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • Add bacon to skillet and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until bacon begins to render fat and turn golden, about 1 minute. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 3 minutes. Stir in ground- almond mixture and chicken broth and boil, scraping up brown bits, 1 minute. Stir in pepper and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add chicken, turning to coat, then reduce heat to moderate and simmer, covered, until chicken is just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and sliced almonds. Discard cinnamon stick and bay leaves. Serve chicken with sauce spooned on top.

ALMOND AMARETTO BREAD PUDDING WITH AMARETTO SAUCE



Almond Amaretto Bread Pudding with Amaretto Sauce image

This recipe is a little different from other bread puddings I've made but it is really amazing! The Amaretto flavor is wonderful with the cinnamon and the cream sauce, well I could just drink that stuff. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

Provided by Donna Graffagnino

Categories     Puddings

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 17

butter or margarine
1 loaf french bread
4 c milk
1 can(s) (6 oz) condensed milk
6 eggs
2 c sugar
1 Tbsp almond extract
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 c amaretto
1/2 c raisins (optional)
1/3 c cinnamon
1 c sliced or slivered almonds
AMARETTO CREAM SAUCE
2 Tbsp cornstarch
1/2 c amaretto
2 c heavy or whipping cream
1 c sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Grease a 9 x 11 x 2 inch baking pan with butter or margarine.
  • 2. Cut or tear French bread into 1/2 - 1 inch pieces. Soak in milk and condensed milk until all milk is absorbed.
  • 3. In separate bowl, mix eggs, sugar, almond and vanilla extracts and Amaretto.
  • 4. Combine all ingredients, then stir in raisins. Fold in cinnamon - most of the cinnamon will stay on the surface (it doesn't have to be evenly mixed.)
  • 5. Pour into buttered baking dish and sprinkle the top with almonds pieces and a little cinnamon. Bake at 350º F for 40-55 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  • 6. SAUCE DIRECTIONS:
  • 7. In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the Amaretto and whisk until smooth.
  • 8. In a medium saucepan, scald cream over medium heat. Add the Amaretto slurry to the hot cream and whisk constantly. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat and cook for 30 seconds, whisking constantly.
  • 9. Remove saucepan from the heat and add sugar. Whisk until sugar is dissolved and allow sauce to cool down before serving with bread pudding.
  • 10. NOTE: I don't use raisins in this recipe but if you love raisins in your bread pudding then add them. It's good both ways.

CHERRY-ALMOND ICE CREAM CAKE WITH MILK CHOCOLATE SAUCE



Cherry-Almond Ice Cream Cake with Milk Chocolate Sauce image

Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Cherry     Almond     Summer     Birthday     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

For chocolate sauce
2/3 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
10 ounces imported milk chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For ice cream cake
3 pints cherry or cherry-vanilla ice cream, softened slightly
3 cups coarsely crushed amaretti cookies (about 9 ounces) or almond macaroons

Steps:

  • Make chocolate sauce:
  • Heat 2/3 cup whipping cream and 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat until butter melts. Remove from heat. Add chocolate; let stand 1 minute. Whisk until chocolate melts and sauce is smooth. Mix in vanilla extract. Cool sauce to room temperature, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
  • Make ice cream cake:
  • Line bottom of 9 x 5 x 2 1/2-inch metal loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on long sides. Using back of spoon, spread 1 pint ice cream over bottom of prepared pan. Sprinkle evenly with 1 cup cookie crumbs. Spread another 1 pint ice cream over cookie crumbs. Freeze until ice cream is firm, about 20 minutes. Spread with 3/4 cup sauce; freeze 20 minutes. Spread with remaining 1 pint ice cream; sprinkle with 1 cup cookie crumbs, pressing crumbs into ice cream to adhere. Cover pan and freeze ice cream cake until very firm, at least 4 hours. (Can be prepared 5 days ahead. Keep cake frozen. Cover and refrigerate remaining sauce. Store remaining 1 cup crumbs airtight at room temperature.)
  • Stir remaining sauce in heavy medium saucepan over low heat until warmed through; pour into small pitcher or bowl. Cut around pan sides to loosen cake. Turn cake out onto platter. Peel off parchment. Sprinkle top of cake with remaining 1 cup crumbs.
  • Cut cake crosswise into slices. Serve immediately with warm sauce.

ALMOND AND CHOCOLATE DACQUOISE WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE



Almond and Chocolate Dacquoise with Cranberry Sauce image

Categories     Berry     Chocolate     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Cranberry     Lemon     Almond     Vanilla     Winter     Honey     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 23

For meringue layers:
6 large egg whites
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup whole almonds, toasted, cooled completely, and ground fine
For cranberry sauce:
1 cup fresh or unthawed frozen cranberries, each berry halved
1/2 cup raspberry preserves
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 1/2 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), chopped
2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Garnish:
chocolate holly leaves and cranberries coated lightly in honey and rolled in sugar
For the chocolate holly leaves:
4 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened) chopped
15 fresh holly leaves or small lemon leaves, washed well and patted dry
*Although holly leaves are non-toxic holly berries are poisonous and should be kept away from food.

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and, using an 8-inch round cake pan as a guide, trace 3 circles on parchment (2 on one sheet and 1 on other). Turn parchment over (circles will show through paper).
  • Make meringue layers:
  • In a large bowl with an electric mixer beat whites with cream of tartar and salt until they hold soft peaks. Add sugar all at once and vanilla and beat until meringue holds stiff glossy peaks. Fold in almonds gently but thoroughly and divide meringue evenly among parchment circles, spreading to fill in circles.
  • Bake meringue layers in upper and lower thirds of oven, switching position of sheets halfway through baking, 1 hour, or until firm and pale golden. Remove parchment from sheets and cool meringue layers on it on racks. Carefully peel off parchment and put meringues, smooth sides up, on a work surface. Meringue layers may be made 1 day ahead and kept, wrapped well in plastic wrap, in a cool dry place.
  • Make cranberry sauce:
  • In a heavy saucepan combine cranberries, preserves, sugar, water, and lemon juice and simmer until thickened slightly, 10 to 15 minutes. Cranberry sauce may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.
  • In a double boiler or a metal bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water melt chocolate, stirring until smooth. Remove top of double boiler or bowl from heat and transfer chocolate to a sealable plastic bag. Seal bag, pressing out excess air. Squeeze chocolate to one corner and snip off corner as close to edge as possible to make a 1/8-inch hole. Drizzle chocolate over smooth sides of meringues (do not spread to coat) and chill, uncovered, until chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
  • In a bowl beat cream with sugar and vanilla until cream holds stiff peaks.
  • Assemble dacquoise:
  • Put 1 meringue layer, chocolate side down, on a cake plate and spread evenly with about half of whipped cream. Repeat layering in same manner with another meringue, remaining whipped cream, and remaining meringue. Dacquoise may be assembled and kept in a cake keeper, chilled, at least 8 hours and up to 2 days.
  • Garnish dacquoise with chocolate leaves and sugared cranberries, Slice dacquoise with a serrated knife and serve chilled with cranberry sauce.
  • To make the chocolate holly leaves:
  • In a double boiler or a metal bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water melt chocolate, stirring until smooth, and remove double boiler or pan from heat. With a 1/2-inch pastry brush coat underside of each leaf about 1/8 inch thick with chocolate. Chill leaves, chocolate sides up, until chocolate is set, about 30 minutes, and carefully peel off holly or lemon leaves. Chocolate leaves may be made 1 week ahead and kept frozen, in layers separated by wax paper in an airtight container lined with wax paper. Makes 15 chocolate leaves.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH BROWN BUTTER, CAPERS, AND TOASTED ALMOND SAUCE



Seared Scallops with Brown Butter, Capers, and Toasted Almond Sauce image

Try this delicious seared scallops recipe from Martha for a truly elegant meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons Fish Stock
1 tablespoon sherry-wine vinegar
1/4 cup capers, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
8 diver scallops

Steps:

  • Heat 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes; set brown butter aside and let cool for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring fish stock and vinegar to a boil over medium heat; cook until liquid is reduced to about 1 tablespoon. Reduce heat to low. Slowly whisk in remaining 8 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, fully incorporating after each addition. Remove from heat and slowly whisk in cooled brown butter until completely emulsified. Stir in capers, almonds, parsley, and 3/4 teaspoon salt; season with pepper. Set sauce aside and keep warm.
  • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Add scallops to skillet and cook until a light-brown crust forms, about 2 minutes. Turn scallops and continue to cook until cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes more. Divide scallops evenly between serving plates; spoon sauce over scallops and serve immediately.

COCONUT ALMOND CHICKEN WITH APRICOT CURRY SAUCE



Coconut Almond Chicken With Apricot Curry Sauce image

I got this from a friend, it is to die for! I love to serve it with jasmin rice and steamed broccoli.

Provided by Robyn

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 chicken breast fillets
1 cup almonds, finely chopped
1 cup shredded coconut
1 (6 ounce) can coconut milk
salt and pepper
8 ounces apricot preserves
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 scallion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons curry
1/4 teaspoon ginger
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine chopped almonds and.
  • coconut in shallow dish: set aside.
  • Pour coconut milk in a shallow dish.
  • Salt and pepper both sides of chicken breast fillets.
  • Dip fillets into coconut milk and then the almond coconut mixture.
  • Place onto lightly oiled baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, turning once.
  • Sauce: In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Saute scallion and garlic until golden.
  • Add curry and ginger and cook for one minute.
  • Add apricot preserves, honey and soy sauce. Cover and simmer,stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Poor sauce over chicken over Jasmine Rice.
  • I've made this without the coconut milk before -- I.
  • just dipped the chicken into 1 lightly beaten egg.

MAHI MAHI WITH ASPARAGUS AND ALMOND SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
4 6-ounce skinless mahi mahi fillets (about 1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Spread the almonds on a rimmed baking sheet and broil, stirring frequently, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Combine the toasted almonds, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon juice, honey, mustard, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the parsley.
  • Toss the asparagus with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon water, the lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste on the same baking sheet. Spread in a single layer and broil until the asparagus is bright green and crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • Sprinkle the fish with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and arrange on the same baking sheet, rounded side down; broil until opaque, about 3 minutes. Turn the fillets, brush with some of the almond sauce and continue broiling until just firm and cooked through, 3 to 5 more minutes. Divide the fish and asparagus among plates and top with the remaining almond sauce.

PENNE IN ALMOND SAUCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound penne pasta
2 cups (9 ounces) blanched, slivered almonds
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
2 store-bought, rotisserie chicken breasts, skinned, boned and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
1 cup frozen petite peas
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 large lemon, zested
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups grated Parmesan
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • In a blender, combine the almonds, chicken stock, olive oil, and garlic. Blend until the mixture is smooth. Pour the mixture into a large skillet and turn the heat on to medium. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chicken, peas, cream and lemon zest. Cook, stirring frequently until the chicken is heated through, about 4 minutes (mixture will be thick). Season with salt and pepper, to taste
  • Put the cooked pasta into a serving bowl and add 1/2 cup of the Parmesan. Toss together until the pasta is coated. Add the chicken mixture, the remaining cheese and the basil. Toss the ingredients together, adding the reserved pasta water, as needed, to loosen the sauce. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

ALMOND-CRUSTED CHOPS WITH CIDER SAUCE



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I use finely ground almonds to give pork chops a crunchy crust. The cider sauce makes them tangy, creamy and sweet. -Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup ground almonds
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
2 large eggs, beaten
4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup apple cider or juice
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon honey, optional
Minced chives

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs and almonds. In another shallow bowl, mix flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place eggs in a separate shallow bowl. Dip pork chops in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg, then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add pork chops; cook 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Remove; keep warm. Wipe skillet clean., In same skillet over medium heat, combine apple cider, cream cheese, remaining salt and, if desired, honey. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Serve with pork chops; sprinkle with chives.

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ALMOND CRUSTED PORK WITH APPLE-ROSEMARY SAUCE



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This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I know people are coming over because there is no way to make this dish look ugly or taste bad. White wine or apple juice may be substituted for the apple cider.

Provided by Hilary

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup ground almonds
⅓ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons honey mustard
½ teaspoon ground dried rosemary
2 pork tenderloins, trimmed
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
¼ teaspoon ground dried rosemary
3 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced
½ cup apple cider
1 ¼ cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place a sheet of aluminum foil in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Stir together the almonds, 1/3 cup heavy cream, honey mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon rosemary in a small bowl; set aside. Season the tenderloins with salt and pepper to taste. Spread the almond mixture evenly over the tenderloins and place them into the baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the almond crust is golden brown and the pork is no longer pink in the center, about 90 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Allow the pork to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • While the pork is baking, prepare the apple-rosemary sauce by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onions, and 1/4 teaspoons of rosemary; cook until the onions have softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Once the onions are tender, add the apples and apple cider. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and cook for 5 minutes. Pour in 1 1/4 cups of heavy cream, return to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until the sauce has thickened slightly and is flavorful, 5 to 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving with the pork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 117.6 mg, Fat 32.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 100.3 mg, Sugar 10 g

ALMOND CAKE WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE



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This cake is simple, but is delectable and looks elegant. The cake is very moist with great flavor. The drizzle of raspberry sauce, not only adds to the enjoyment of the dessert, but it looks beautiful on the plate. -Joan Sullivan, Gambrills, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings (1/4 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (8 ounces) almond paste
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon orange liqueur
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. round baking pan with parchment; coat paper with cooking spray and set aside., In a large bowl, combine the almond paste, 3/4 cup sugar and butter; beat for 2 minutes until blended. Beat in the eggs, liqueur and extract. Combine flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture just until combined., Spread into prepared pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack., Invert cake onto cake plate; remove parchment. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar., Place raspberries in a food processor; cover and process until pureed. Strain, reserving juice; discard seeds. In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook raspberry juice and remaining sugar for 15-18 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 1/4 cup. Serve with cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ROASTED CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH ALMOND BRITTLE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound cranberries, thawed if frozen
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
Kosher salt
Cooking spray
1/3 cup sliced raw almonds
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 425 degrees F. Toss the cranberries with the sugar, wine, olive oil, 1 tablespoon rosemary and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake on the lower oven rack, breaking up the berries with a spoon halfway through, until bubbling, 20 to 30 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Toss the almonds with the maple syrup, remaining 1 teaspoon rosemary and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl until coated. Spread on the prepared baking sheet and bake on the upper oven rack until golden brown and bubbling, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool until hardened, about 30 minutes. Finely chop the brittle and sprinkle on the cranberry sauce just before serving.

ALMOND BREAD PUDDING WITH SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE



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Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     Milk/Cream     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Almond     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

Almond butter:
1 cup whole blanched almonds
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Caramel sauce:
1 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Pudding and assembly:
1 1/4 cups half-and-half
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
4 large egg yolks
3 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Unsalted butter (for coating cake pan)
1 1-pound loaf brioche or challah, crust removed and discarded, cut into 3/4"-thick slices (10-12 slices)
3 tablespoons sliced almonds
2 tablespoons raw sugar
Powdered sugar
Crème fraîche
Special Equipment
An 8"-diameter cake pan with 2"-high sides and a 3" biscuit cutter

Steps:

  • For almond butter:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread out almonds on a rimmed baking sheet; toast, tossing halfway through, until beginning to brown, 12-15 minutes. Let cool.
  • Transfer cooled almonds to a food processor. Add butter, almond extract, if using, and salt, and process until mixture is the texture of coarsely ground peanut butter. Set aside.
  • For caramel sauce:
  • Whisk sugar, cream of tartar, and 3 tablespoons water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Cook, without stirring, until mixture begins to caramelize in spots. Using a heatproof spatula, stir mixture to ensure even caramelization. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture is the color of honey, 10-12 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until caramel is a deep amber color, about 5 minutes longer.
  • Remove caramel from heat; carefully whisk in butter (mixture will bubble vigorously), then cream and salt. Let cool slightly in pan, then pour into a small bowl. DO AHEAD: Caramel sauce can be made 2 weeks ahead. Let cool completely, cover, and chill. Rewarm before using.
  • For pudding and assembly:
  • Combine half-and-half and cream in a medium saucepan. Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean; add bean. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat; remove from heat.
  • Whisk egg yolks, eggs, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk hot cream mixture into egg mixture. Cover custard with plastic wrap and let stand for 30 minutes for flavors to meld. Strain custard into a large bowl; discard vanilla bean.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter cake pan; set aside. Using biscuit cutter, cut out circles from each slice of bread, reserving scraps. Arrange bread scraps in pan in an even layer and press lightly to compact.
  • Spread each bread round with almond butter (you will have a little left over; save to spread on toast for breakfast). Place all but 1 bread round almond butter side down in pan (on top of scraps), overlapping slightly to create a shingled circle. Place the last round in the center (bread will come about 3/4"-1" above rim of pan).
  • Pour custard evenly over bread. Sprinkle with almonds and raw sugar.
  • Place cake pan in a large roasting pan. Pour hot water into roasting pan to come halfway up the sides of cake pan. Cover roasting pan with foil, tenting slightly in center if needed to avoid touching bread.
  • Bake pudding until top no longer jiggles but center is not quite set, 25-30 minutes. Remove foil from pan and increase oven temperature to 375°F. Bake pudding until custard is set in the center and top is golden brown and crisp, about 25 minutes longer.
  • Remove cake pan from roasting pan. Let cool slightly. Dust pudding with powdered sugar. Slice into wedges. Place on plates, drizzle caramel sauce over and top with a dollop of crème fraîche.

ALMOND POUND CAKE WITH CHERRY-BERRY SAUCE



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Create a memorable dessert cake family and friends will request again and again.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 can (12.5 oz) almond pastry filling
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup dried cherries, halved
2 teaspoons cornstarch
3/4 cup orange juice
1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and side of 12-cup fluted tube cake pan with shortening; lightly flour. Mix flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar, the butter, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 5 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat in flour mixture, milk and pastry filling on low speed until blended. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 55 to 65 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Cool 20 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, cook all Cherry-Berry Sauce ingredients over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until cranberries pop and mixture boils and thickens slightly. Store covered in refrigerator.
  • In chilled small bowl, beat all Sweetened Whipped Cream ingredients with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Serve cake with whipped cream and warm sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg

Tips:

  • Use blanched almonds: Blanching almonds removes their skins, making the sauce smoother and more flavorful. To blanch almonds, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the almonds and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the skins start to split. Drain the almonds and rinse them under cold water. Then, use your fingers to slip off the skins.
  • Toast the almonds: Toasting the almonds brings out their flavor and makes them more fragrant. To toast almonds, spread them on a baking sheet and bake them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant.
  • Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender is essential for making a smooth and creamy almond sauce. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can use a regular blender, but you may need to blend the sauce for longer.
  • Add liquid gradually: When adding liquid to the almond sauce, do so gradually. This will help to prevent the sauce from becoming too thin or too thick.
  • Season to taste: Once the almond sauce is made, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of yogurt for a little extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Almond sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a great way to add flavor and richness to pasta, chicken, fish, and vegetables. Almond sauce is also a good source of healthy fats and protein. With its creamy texture and nutty flavor, almond sauce is a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.

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