Organic Raw Pine Nuts
General Description
Pine nuts are found in the husks of pine cones. They are small oval nuts that are white and around 1cm long.
Origin
There is approximately 120 species of pine, usually originating from the Northern hemisphere. Different species of pine nuts were consumed in Europe than in Asia since the times of the Paleolithic Age. Pine nuts were also part of the Native American diet.
Nutritional Benefits
Rich in manganese, copper, magnesium and poly-unsaturated fatty acids, pine nuts have a reputation for their ability to suppress one’s appetite and to contribute to weight loss.
Uses
Pine nuts are often used in the making of pastries, breads, stuffings, cakes, sauces or as an addition to any salad. They are delicious both roasted and raw! Pine nuts are often used in traditional Mediterranean recipes, which make sense when you think that they are the main ingredient in Italian pesto!
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Practical Info
Pine nuts will keep for 3 months if kept in the fridge. However, if kept in the freezer, pine nuts will be good for up to a year.
Origin:China
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Did you know
Pine cones do not begin to produce nuts until the age of 25, and output is not sufficient to be marketed until around the 75 year mark! This explains why pine nuts are expensive.
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