Question: How do I Serve Marcona Almonds?
Nuts of all kinds can be used to garnish cheese plates. What makes Marcona Almonds unique and what are the best cheeses to pair with Marconas?
Answer: Marcona Almonds are native to Spain and have become a very popular item in cheese stores. The almonds are roasted in oil and salted and sold with or without skin. The almonds are a delicious garnish on cheese plates. They can also be served in a bowl next to a plate of cheese, for guests to snack on.
Marcona almonds are especially good with Spanish cheeses. Try serving them with Manchego, Zamarano or Garroxta cheese. Marconas also pair well with fresh goat cheeses.
When serving Marcona Almonds with a cheese plate think about pairing the plate with Sherry or sparkling Spanish Cava.
