Orange Spiced Almonds

by Marla 10/28/2001 9:15 am

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup orange juice
2 cups whole blanched almonds

Line cookie sheet with foil; grease. In medium saucepan, combine all ingredients except almonds. Cook over medium heat until candy thermometer reaches soft-ball stage (234 degrees F). Remove from heat. Add almonds; toss until well glazed. Spread on foil-lined cookie sheet; cool completely. Break apart, if necessary.