Bring some water to a boil, and slide the almonds into the pot. Allow them to sit in the water for about a minute, but not too much longer or they'll become soggy.
Immediately drain the almonds in a colander.
How to Blanch, Peel and Fry Almonds
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Blanch the Almonds
Blanch the almonds in boiling water for one minute.
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