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Naturally versatile, California walnuts shine in everything from salads and pastas to baked goods and global-inspired cuisine. This page is your go-to destination to discover how walnuts can elevate your cooking and help you feel good inside and out.

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Walnut Lentil Lettuce WrapsBy California WalnutsThese Walnut Lentil Lettuce Wraps are full of flavor, easy to make and the perfect protein-rich and nutritious meal prep recipe. 
Walnut Parmesan Chicken Cutlets with Creamy Parmesan GnocchiBy Here's Your BiteThis cozy holiday dinner pairs perfectly crispy chicken cutlets coated in a golden walnut–Parmesan crust with soft, pillowy gnocchi simmered in a silky Parmesan cream sauce. California walnuts shine in two ways: blended into the crispy coating for rich, nutty flavor, and toasted into a quick walnut–panko topping for extra crunch.
Walnut BologneseBy Elliott SulkisA flavor-packed Bolognese with a nutty richness and texture.
Sweet Potato and Walnut CasseroleBy Jess CooksssThis sweet potato casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining the natural sweetness of tender, creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy, toasted walnut topping. It’s a perfect side dish for holiday meals, particularly around Thanksgiving, and it offers a delicious blend of flavors and textures—sweet, savory, and nutty.
Pumpkin Spice Walnut Bundt CakeBy Caitlin JessonGluten and dairy free walnut bundt cake made from blended walnuts, eggs, coconut sugar and pumpkin spices.
Chocolate Walnut SalamiBy MoribyanA no-bake dessert called chocolate salami, also known as lazy cake, that looks like salami but tastes like a rich, fudgy chocolate cake with crunchy tea biscuits and California walnuts in each slice.
Apple Cobbler with Crunchy Walnut ToppingBy Addison BoundsWarm, tender apples are cooked down with a touch of sweetness, then topped with a golden walnut crumble. Instead of a traditional cobbler topping, this recipe features a blend of walnuts, sugar, and flour that bakes into a nutty, crisp layer, adding rich texture and cozy flavor to every bite.
Brown Butter Bourbon Walnut PieBy Brita CooksFeaturing toasted California walnuts, caramelized brown butter, and a touch of bourbon, this indulgent pie delivers deep, cozy flavor in every bite. It’s an effortless holiday dessert that feels special enough for any celebration.
Walnut-Crusted Steak CutletsBy Food by MariaA modernized classic with a savory, contemporary twist from the rich, toasty flavor of California walnuts. Thin steaks get pounded, seasoned, and coated in a golden, nutty crust that fries up crispy while staying tender inside, and paired with a shaved Brussels sprout salad packed with walnut croutons, garlicky dressing, and parmesan cheese. Comfort food you can feel good about.
Atole de Nuez (Walnuts)By Belinda GonzalezThis is a warm thick drink made with toasted walnuts, milk, cinnamon, and sugar. It is widely enjoyed across Mexico during the holidays and cold nights.
Creamy Beet Pasta with Walnut Breadcrumbs and RicottaBy California WalnutsThis vibrant pink pasta gets its creaminess from a combination of ricotta and walnuts in a luscious beet and roasted garlic sauce. Topped with garlicky walnut breadcrumbs, it’s the perfect pasta to serve at a holiday dinner or gathering!
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