Best way to store walnuts?

[amysue2012]

What is the best way to store walnuts? We just picked and cracked open a few pounds today and I would like to store them for baking this winter. Can I just seal them in a Ball canning jar? Or would they mold do to being fresh? Would I have to let them air on a cookie sheet first? Or would it be best to freeze them in bags?

Im just not sure on how to preserve fresh nuts please help.

 

[BowChickaBowMow]

I've always froze my nuts, they seem to last longer that way. I'm curious to hear what the best way to store them is! I've never really thought about it.

 

[Mojo Chick'n]

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Not sure, since you cracked them all - we usually just left the in the shell and cracked them as needed. They stay pretty good that way. You could perhaps roast them a bit, to dry them out more? Just guessing - never tried it myself.

Peace -
Meri

 

[Chicabee19]

sorry...

 

[amysue2012]

The thought of freezing them in the shell never even crossed my mind...Maybe I'll try that with a few of the rest. Any ideas on putting them in a food dehidrator and then canning?

I froze all of my corn and green beans this year and tomorrow is butchering day for rabbits and chickens so Im nearly out of freezer room.

 

[AK-Bird-brain]

I used to vacuum seal them then toss them in the cupboard with the canned goods. Opened 1 bag 5 years after sealing it (found it in the back) and they were still fresh and good.

 

[Grandma AJ]

Simply put the dry walnuts in freezer bags and store them in your freezer. If you have a lot of walnuts, don't fill the bags too much so they can be stacked. I have had them in the freezer up to 2 years. If they are stored in the cupboard, the walnut meats will become moldy and you will have worm problems. I don't know if they can be stored in jars.

 

[drumstick diva]

It's not the same but, when I buy a pound of bagged walnuts(brand name) I always store in the freezer. I have had some for over a year and I take out what I want, and ziplock the rest back up. Nuts taste fine. I prefer to freeze them because if any are buggy, I don't want them moving around in front of me.