Microwave Toasting or Blanching Nuts

The following can be used as a general guideline for toasting nuts:

Toasting Nuts	Amount	Microwave High
Almonds	½ cup	5-7 minutes
Cashews	1 cup	10-12 minutes
Filberts	1 cup	8-10 minutes
Peanuts	1 cup	5-7 minutes
Pecans	1 cup	3-4 minutes
Pine Nuts	½ cup	5-7 minutes
Walnuts	1 cup	3-4 minutes

 

Note: 2 tablespoons butter and a little salt may be added. Cook another 1/2 - 1 minute on HIGH and allow to stand 5 minutes. To reheat, cook on HIGH 1/2 - 1 minute.

For blanching nuts:

1. Use 1 cup of water for 1/2 to 3/4 cup nutmeats.
2. In a 4 cup measure, boil the water for 2 1/2 - 3 minutes.
3. Add the nuts.
4. Microwave high for 30 seconds.
5. Drain and rub the nuts between 2 pieces of paper towel to slip the skins off.