WHERE DO NUTS COME FROM AND HOW ARE THEY USED?
Almond trees seem to have originated in the Mediterranean region and are now cultivated in the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea as well as California (the largest producer of almonds in the world), Argentina and Chile. Almonds are used in many desserts but are also used as a garnish for salads, fish or meat. They are also used to make marzipan. Brazil Nuts grow on a tall tree native to the Amazonian rain forest. Their name is taken from the fact that most of the forest is part of Brazil. The tree produces large fruits, each fruit containing up to two dozen nuts. Brazil nuts are used in pastries and as snacks. Cashews are native to South America and are now cultivated throughout the tropics, Africa, Vietnam and Eastern India. Cashews are among the most widely cultivated nut. Cashews are a popular snack and are also used in confectionery and cooking. Hazelnuts (or filberts) are native to Europe. Hazelnuts grow on small, bushy trees. Turkey is one of the largest producers of ha
