What is the best way to store unshelled walnuts?

Answer 1

Nuts keep best if stored in the freezer, raw or unshelled and in a plastic bag or tin.

If you don't have space in the freezer though, they can be canned.

Step 0) Prepare pint or half-pint jars (no larger) and lids as usual.

Step 1) Spread shelled nuts in a single layer on baking sheets and place in a 250F oven for 10 - 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. You want them dry and hot, but not browned.

Step 2) Fill the jars leaving 1/2" headspace; do not add any liquid. Put lids in place and screw rims down finger tight.

Step 3a) If using a boiling water bath you want the water level 1 - 2 inches BELOW the tops of the jars. Process for 30 minutes if you are at sea-level, 35 minutes below 3,000 feet, 40 minutes below 6,000 feet and 45 minutes above 6,000 feet.

Step 3b) If using a pressure canner, process at 6 pounds for 10 minutes if you are at sea-level, add 1 pound pressure for each 2,000 feet above sea-level.

Step 4) Remove jars and allow to cool naturally. Store in a cool, dry, dark, place.

Answer 2

In the bag you bought it in with a clip or in a regular jar with a lid.

Answer 3

Walnut, after hulling, can be stored in the fridge or freezer. They will remain fresh for a year or more.

Answer 4

In the Freezer

Answer 5

Freeze them.