ALMOND PASTE

20 MINUTE

Peel the almonds.  Start by blanching the almonds. From there the peels will pop off easily. Transfer the peeled almonds to a bowl lined with a clean towel to dry.

Process the almonds.  Add the peeled almonds to a food processor and pulse until they resemble small, fine crumbs.

Add the sugar.  Pulse a few times to combine before adding the orange blossom water. Continue to pulse until a dough like paste forms and gathers into one section of the food processor.

Mold the almond paste.  Transfer the paste to a small piece of plastic wrap. Cover the paste with the wrap before rolling it like dough to form a log with your hands. Store in the fridge for up to 1 month.

Slice and use as a spread, snack, or as a filling in cookies.