Michigan State University Extension
Preserving Food Safely - 01600661
10/13/97

### BRAZIL NUTS-BLANCHING

        To  slice these large kernels,  cover the shelled  nuts

    with
     cold  water  and bring slowly to  a  boil.   Simmer  5

    minutes.
     Drain.

    BRAZIL
    NUTS-TOASTING

        Slice lengthwise or make curls with a vegetable slicer.

    You
    may toast the slices at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about

    12
    minutes.

    BRAZIL
    NUTS-CRACKING

        Freeze for 24 hours before cracking OR Cover nuts  with

    cold
     water.  Boil for 3 minutes;  drain.   Cover with  cold

    water,
    let stand for 1 minute, drain and crack.

    BRAZIL
    NUTS-BLANCHING

        Cover shelled nuts with cold water.   Bring to a  boil;

    simmer
    2 to 3 minutes, drain.  Add cold water; drain.  Pinch

    nuts
    to slip skins.

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