Can all nuts be roasted in the same way as almonds?
Yes. Other raw nuts can be roasted in the same way, with or without oil and salt. Not all nuts need to be blanched, only those with papery thin shells. To roast just a few nuts to be used immediately for salads or dessert, use a dry frying pan large enough to have all the nuts in one layer. Heat on medium heat, stir often and watch them carefully so they don’t burn. Remove them from the pan immediately onto paper towels to cool. Roasted nuts, especially walnuts and pecans, add a great taste and crunch to salads that also include fruit and goat cheese. How should nuts be stored? Store shelled nuts in the refrigerator for short term or in the freezer for longer term. Wrap them in freezer plastic zip bags, squeezing out the extra air. Identify and date. I keep them in their original cellophane container, air squeezed out and secured with a rubber band with an overwrap of the freezer bag. They defrost quickly for use. How are nut oils stored? Nut oils are very expensive and do not last lon
