The Best Nuts Of 2011 (So Far)

Snackability

1. peanut*

2. almond

3. cashew

 

Likeability

1. cashew

2. almond

3. pistachio

 

Texture

1. brazil nut

2. cashew

3. peanut

 

Snob Appeal

1. pistachio

2. almond

3. hazelnut

 

In Dessert

1. pistachio

2. macadamia

3. pecan

 

Honorable mention

Pine nut for versatility

Walnut for perseverence

 

Please note that pumpkin seeds are not nuts. They are seeds.

*Also, the judges are aware that peanuts are technically a legume, but the word does contain “nuts”

What’s the reader’s choice? Leave your vote in the comments!

— Claire