To prepare a torta emeril lagasse recipe, you first need to gather your ingredients. You will need the following ingredients: 1 pound pistachios, 1 cup chopped slivered almonds 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and grease and flour two 9x13-inch baking pans. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter with the sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the eggs, beating well after each addition. Sift the flour into the wet ingredients and beat until the mixture resembles crumbled breadcrumbs. Add the vanilla and salt and mix just until combined. Pour the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.