Pine nuts are what the pollen is trying to produce, when it gets to the female cones. Those nuts are hidden within the big, woody cones, between the scales of the cone. Not all pine trees make pine nuts big enough for people to bother with. But all the pines make a lot of pollen! Pine pollen is fine like dust or flour.
Yes, like any nut. But I think they are pretty expensive and the flavor of pine nuts probably is better appreciate when they are lightly toasted and added in with some grilled vegetables. People use pine nuts to make traditional pesto with basil, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, too.
Pine nuts are what the pollen is trying to produce, when it gets to the female cones. Those nuts are hidden within the big, woody cones, between the scales of the cone. Not all pine trees make pine nuts big enough for people to bother with. But all the pines make a lot of pollen! Pine pollen is fine like dust or flour.
Can they be used i smoothies?
Yes, like any nut. But I think they are pretty expensive and the flavor of pine nuts probably is better appreciate when they are lightly toasted and added in with some grilled vegetables. People use pine nuts to make traditional pesto with basil, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, too.
we're mixing them in salad..i haven't seen them used in anything else. pine powder seems interesting :)
It sounds like you make some good salads, with those pine nuts! :D
Not me but my cousin :)