• Roasting nuts in the oven is the most consistent method and yields the best flavor, but requires a careful eye. Be sure to evenly chop your nuts and don’t include the “dust,” which can burn quickly.

Of all the nuts out there, pecans always rise to the top as one of my favorites. They have a similar flavor and texture to walnuts, but pecans boast a sweeter flavor and don’t have the same dry, ...

Pine nuts are a key ingredient in classic basil pesto as well as a nutty addition to salads or topping for main dishes like salmon. You've probably noticed, though, that most recipes call for pine ...

— Rose Marie Donovan, Brighton, Mich. A: Using a toaster oven is one of my favorite ways to toast nuts — especially in small amounts. I place them on a sheet of foil and pop them in for about 5 ...