Almond and chickpea power mix, health recipe on Gourmetpedia, for food lovers

Ingredients

• - 2 cups (500mL) whole natural almonds
• - 2 tablespoons (30 mL) olive oil
• - 2 teaspoons (10 mL) fresh sage (when using fresh herbs, the ratio of fresh to dried is 3 to 1)
• - 1 cup (250 mL) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• - 1/4 teaspoon (1mL) salt
• - 1/2 cup (125 mL) minced dried apples, peaches or apricots
• - Salt and pepper to taste
• - 2 teaspoons (10 mL) smoked paprika, optional