The Common walnut (Juglans regia ) originated in the Middle East and is not a true nut but a highly nutritious edible seed. After power washing to rem
The Common walnut (Juglans regia ) originated in the Middle East and is not a true nut but a highly nutritious edible seed. After power washing to remove the green hulls they are heated in gas dryers until 8% moisture content is reached. When dry, the nuts are ready for storage or processing. Processors usually buy walnuts in-shell and then crack, grade, and package them for marketing but there is still a seasonal market for walnuts in the shell and they can remain fresh for more than 12 months. Walnut oil is mainly used cold for salads and as a treatment for wooden food implements like cutting boards and spoons. Photographed in Perigord, France.
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