To test that the nougat is firm enough, dip a small spoonful of the mixture into cold water. It should hold together. If the mixture is too soft or dissolves, continue cooking it over medium-low heat.
Almonds can be used as decoration, or for desserts, in sweets and pastries such as praline or the Spanish version of nougat (turrón ... recipes might tell you to toast almonds before using ...
José Andrés combines crisp, tart Granny Smith apples and toasted almonds with mildly bitter Belgian endive and grassy, herbal chives in this bold-flavored salad. Topped with Cabrales ...