Meaning & use
Pine nuts
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The edible seeds of certain pine trees, often used in cooking, especially in pesto.
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She toasted pine nuts to sprinkle over the salad.
Pesto sauce traditionally contains pine nuts, basil, and Parmesan cheese.
A note on using this word
Harvested from pine cones and prized for their rich, buttery flavor.
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pignoli
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