As December comes to an end and 2022 becomes a memory, everyone is beginning to pop the champagne (or sparkling cider) and get ready to ring in the New Year. When looking back on the last 12 months, we wanted to remember all of the recipes that made 2022 special. One of the easiest ways to make a dish special is by adding walnuts. Cooking with walnuts is a great way to enhance the food you bring to the table, because they have great flavor and texture, offer versatility, and have nutritional benefits. Walnuts are a staple ingredient you can use all year round, and they are great for adding a crunchy texture to your salads, snacks, baked goods, and more! Walnuts are also great for their nutritional benefits. One ounce of these nuts is a powerhouse of essential nutrients for optimal health, like alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) (the plant-based omega-3 fatty acid), protein (4 grams), fiber (2 grams), and magnesium (45 mg).
From entrées to side dishes to desserts, 2022 came with many delicious meals, but there were five that rose to the top. We hope these recipes remind you of the time you spent enjoying them with friends and family. Get ready to make 2023 another year for the books with the best and most delicious recipes from California Walnuts!
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2022’s Favorite Recipes (Favored by You)
Our California Walnut Taco recipe is the perfect option when you’re looking for a no-fuss dinner! In this recipe, walnuts, water, onion and taco seasoning come together to make a wholesome plant-based meat alternative. This scrumptious entrée comes together in 30 minutes and feeds up to four people. It is also delightful for those who desire a meatless meal with less than 10 ingredients!
Our Strawberry Walnut Hand Pies are a blast from the past and are a complete upgrade from the classic toaster pastries. The combination of crunchy walnuts and sweet strawberries takes you back to your childhood, and it’s the perfect dish for breakfast, dessert, or even a quick snack!
These Walnut Browned Butter Rice Cereal Treats are our twist on a nostalgic treat, a great dessert or snack to make with the kids! The family will love the way the flavors from nutty browned butter and flaky sea salt combine in this sweet treat. This recipe takes less than an hour to create and only calls for five simple ingredients!
If you’re looking for the next showstopping “meatless Monday” appetizer, our Walnut ‘Meat’ Nachos recipe is the right choice! This spicy walnut “meat” is full of flavor and allows you to indulge in a nutritious way. In addition, it’s a quick and easy option that only takes around 30 minutes to make!
The walnuts, pretzels, and crunchy snacks pair perfectly with mustard and spices to make our Walnut Honey Mustard Snack Mix one you and everyone else will crave. This ultimate on-the-go snack is perfect when you need a quick and tasty bite!
As you enter the New Year, keep these popular recipes handy to make over and over, try a few new ones, and don’t forget to tell us about your favorite dish! We wish you the happiest New Year, and we hope your days ahead are full of good food, fun, and cherished memories with those you love. Cheers to 2023!
