Storing Nuts
Because of the high oil content many nuts have, their shelf life is limited and they should be properly stored. Salted nuts go rancid even more quickly.
The freezer is one of the best places to store any type of nuts. You’ll want to store them in an airtight freezer container to keep out any odd freezer smells. Unsalted nuts can be stored 9 to 12 months in the freezer; salted nuts are best used within 6 to 8 months.
Nuts that have been frozen can be toasted or chopped straight from the freezer without problems. When stored this way, most nuts will last for up to a year, although very oily nuts like walnuts and pecans have a shorter life and can be frozen up to 10 months. If the nuts have gone rancid, it will be immediately apparent upon tasting them.
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