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The almond tree fruit has 3 parts the hull, the shell and the kernel and, each part is used for different purposes. Almond hulls, for instance, are primarily used as livestock feed, while almond shells are used for livestock bedding. And the kernel, for eating of course!

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RECIPES WITH ALMONDS

30 mins

Easy

Spiced Nut & Dried Fruit Trail Mix

Roasted nuts and dried fruits, tumbled with spices. The key to this recipe is toasting the nuts well, to really bring out the rich, nutty flavours.

20 mins

Medium

Nutfruit Barfi

This Coconut Barfi recipe is a vegan version of the classic South Indian sweet, spiced with ground cardamom, topped with flaked nuts and naturally sweetened with dates.

Nutfruit Barfi

This Coconut Barfi recipe is a vegan version of the classic South Indian sweet, spiced with ground cardamom, topped with flaked nuts and naturally sweetened with dates.

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Nut & Dried Fruit Origins

The abc of Almonds

Where do almonds come from?Almonds come from USA, Spain and Australia with USA being the world's top producing country.
Where do almonds come from?
How are almonds harvested?Almond farmers use mechanical tree shakers to get the almonds to fall to the ground. They are then left to further dry in the summer sun for as many as eight to ten days. Eventually, they are swept into rows and picked up for processing.
How are almonds harvested?
Will almonds make me fat?When eaten as part of a healthy diet and the recommended daily allowance is consumed, it has been proven that almonds does not lead to weight gain.
Will almonds make me fat?
Why are Almonds good for us?Almonds are high in monounsaturated fat, or otherwise known as good fat, so when eaten as part of a healthy diet, almonds may help you to maintain healthy cholesterol levels reducing your risk of heart disease.
Why are Almonds good for us?
How many Almonds should I eat a day?23 almonds make up your daily recommended allowance. If you want tips of how to include them in your diet make sure you hit our recipes section.
How many Almonds should I eat a day?
Can vegaterians eat Almonds?Yes, almonds are a plant-based food and do not derive from animals. If you are following a plant-based diet Almonds can provide your body with plant-based proteins.
Can vegaterians eat Almonds?
Where do almonds come from?Almonds come from USA, Spain and Australia with USA being the world's top producing country.
Where do almonds come from?
How are almonds harvested?Almond farmers use mechanical tree shakers to get the almonds to fall to the ground. They are then left to further dry in the summer sun for as many as eight to ten days. Eventually, they are swept into rows and picked up for processing.
How are almonds harvested?
Will almonds make me fat?When eaten as part of a healthy diet and the recommended daily allowance is consumed, it has been proven that almonds does not lead to weight gain.
Will almonds make me fat?
Why are Almonds good for us?Almonds are high in monounsaturated fat, or otherwise known as good fat, so when eaten as part of a healthy diet, almonds may help you to maintain healthy cholesterol levels reducing your risk of heart disease.
Why are Almonds good for us?
How many Almonds should I eat a day?23 almonds make up your daily recommended allowance. If you want tips of how to include them in your diet make sure you hit our recipes section.
How many Almonds should I eat a day?
Can vegaterians eat Almonds?Yes, almonds are a plant-based food and do not derive from animals. If you are following a plant-based diet Almonds can provide your body with plant-based proteins.
Can vegaterians eat Almonds?

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Almond ‘Meat’ Lettuce Larb Cups

Lettuce Larb Cups are great as a refreshing appetiser or a light summer lunch, with fresh flavours inspired by Thailand.

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