Organic Pine Nuts
Pinus pinea

Pine nuts are edible seeds of certain pine species and are particularly associated with Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. They have a delicate, creamy and slightly sweet flavour and are one of the key ingredients in traditional Pesto Genovese.

FLAVOUR

Delicate, buttery and slightly sweet, with characteristic nutty aromas.

USED whole, toasted, chopped or ground.

PURCHASING AND STORAGE

Pine nuts are best stored in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container. Due to their high content of unsaturated fats, they are prone to becoming rancid, so once opened they are best kept refrigerated.

CULINARY USE

Pine nuts are an essential ingredient in Pesto Genovese, but their use goes far beyond pesto. They are excellent in salads, vegetable dishes, pasta, rice, meat and fish dishes, as well as in breads and desserts.

Lightly toasting them in a dry pan enhances their aroma and gives them a pleasant, crunchy texture.

IMPORTANT FOR: pesto, Mediterranean salads, pasta and desserts.

GREAT WITH: pasta, basil, tomatoes, aubergine, vegetables, fish and meat.

PAIRS WELL WITH: olive oil, garlic, Parmesan, fresh herbs and lemon.

ALLERGEN: nuts.