Almond Cake / Torta di Mandorle
One of my favorite cooking tasks is blanching almonds. While I know they are available pre-blanched, I find the process calming. It's a simple technique. Boil the almonds for 60 seconds, then drain and rinse in cold water. Then, gently squeeze each almond to remove its skin. It’s a technique that anyone can master. I love doing this each year when I prepare this flourless Passover almond cake, Torta di Mandorla, which is delicious at any time. I first published this recipe in March of 1982 in The New Haven Register. Almond Cake / Torta di Mandorle 1 tablespoon sweet butter 3 tablespoons matzo meal 5 eggs separated [...]