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Nuts & seeds
of or pertaining to walnuts, sunflower seeds, peanuts, pumpkin seeds etc.
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Pecan
Snack foods; Nuts & seeds
A native American nut related to the "hickory nut". It has the highest fat content of any nut. They are eaten out-of-hand and used in baked goods, as garnishes, and in batters, pies, frostings, ...
Paranut
Snack foods; Nuts & seeds
This is the seed of a giant tree that grows in the Amazon jungle. The kernel of this nut is white, rich, and high in fat.
Heart nut
Snack foods; Nuts & seeds
A kidney-shaped nut that grows on the outside of the cashew apple at its base. The shell is highly toxic. These nuts have a sweet buttery flavour and contain about 48% fat.
Cashew nuts
Snack foods; Nuts & seeds
A kidney-shaped nut that grows on the outside of the cashew apple at its base. The shell is highly toxic. These nuts have a sweet buttery flavour and contain about 48% fat.
Hickory nut
Snack foods; Nuts & seeds
An extremely hard-shelled, high-fat nut used in cakes, cookies, sweet breads, and candies. They are also suitable in recipes calling for pecans.
Macadamia nut
Snack foods; Nuts & seeds
A small, round, brown nut with a buttery, slightly sweet flavour and a high fat content. Used in a variety of dishes.
Persian walnut
Snack foods; Nuts & seeds
A nut is widely available and features a plump, crispy meat.
