Five years can make a world of difference for an almond. That’s about how long it took for Spain’s addictively good marcona almond to go from obscure gourmet goodie to a Trader Joe’s staple with ...

Sometimes, when hunger strikes, any snack will do. However, if you are one of those folks who wants every bite to be an unforgettable experience, there is one snack at Trader Joe's that stands above ...

This simple padrón pepper dish relies on timing and good ingredients. Start by roasting the almonds until they’re lightly golden. Use Marcona almonds for their buttery texture, and don’t skip the step ...

Enjoy the bold flavors of Spain with this delicious pasta dish featuring sweet roasted peppers and crunchy Marcona almonds.

In Northern Spain during springtime, chalkboards outside bars excitedly announce that leeks are in the house, a testament to the hype around this seasonal delicacy. That’s where I fell in love with ...

California may grow 75 percent of the world's almonds, but today it's a Spanish almond that has people talking. The Marcona -- rounder, softer and more buttery than California-grown varieties -- swept ...

Almond chicken with red pepper flakes. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead) Yield: 4 servings 2 cups salted marcona almonds 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs 1/2 cup all-purpose ...

Thanksgiving 2013 is upon us. To usher in the season of endless eating and copious drinking, we’ve approached some of L.A.’s finest chefs and restaurants to get their recipes for the this year’s best ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Almond chicken with red pepper flakes. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead) Yield: 4 servings 2 cups salted marcona almonds 1/4 to 1/2 ...