On 10 Dec 2005, Ken wrote:

> I just bought six pounds of English walnuts from a local grower. The
> label says they don't use pesticides or chemicals. Since it's going to
> take me a while to get through six pounds, I'm guessing the freezer is
> a good place to put them to stop little critters from hatching and to
> stop the oil from turning rancid. Is this needed on both counts?
>
> And I'm 99% sure that freezing won't really effect the crunchiness or
> texture. Am I right on this one?
>
> TIA,
>
> Ken
>
>

I always freeze English walnuts and pecans. Mine are always shelled. I
don't if that makes a difference or not. I've keep them for several years
at a time.

Elaine, too