Pine nuts

Description

Pine nuts are small, elongated seeds with a creamy-straw color, a delicate, buttery texture, and a subtle, slightly resinous flavor with a hint of sweetness that quickly enriches dishes with a wealth of aroma. Thanks to their soft interior, roasting them brings out a more intense nutty aroma and crunchiness. They are calorie-dense but rich in valuable monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, protein, fiber, vitamin E, magnesium, and iron, which support heart health, metabolism, and a feeling of fullness. They are typically used in pesto, salads, spreads, roasts, pasta dishes, grains, and fish, as well as an addition to bread and desserts; they balance both savory and sweet compositions wonderfully. They should be stored tightly in a cool, dark place; it is best to keep them in the refrigerator or freezer to prevent rancidity, and to roast them shortly before use for maximum aroma.