ROASTED PEELED HAZELNUTS 200 g

Oltresole roasted hazelnuts are the perfect snack for those who want to have a genuine and nutritious snack. Their intoxicating fragrance and crunchy texture on the palate make them an ideal food for a break of pure pleasure. Thanks to a meticulous manufacturing process and to the obsessive care in packaging, they keep every organoleptic peculiarity unaltered for a long time. These are peeled, peeled and toasted hazelnuts ready for immediate use in the kitchen, ranging from the creation of sweet dishes, creams, pastries and breads to complex savory dishes. They can also be caramelized in granules and even in flour. The predominant feature of these Oltresole hazelnuts is the presence of different nutritional properties such as vitamin E and B vitamins of mineral salts such as potassium, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium. Hazelnuts are characterized by their high caloric intake, so it is advisable to consume them in small quantities, especially if you follow a low-calorie diet. Delicious and tasty at the right point, Oltresole natural hazelnuts know how to liven up aperitifs and buffets flavor mixed salads strengthen finger food appetizers and convert into full-bodied ice creams or velvety parfaits PAIRINGS: Hazelnuts have a sweet and buttery taste that recalls the flavor of cocoa in fact the the combination of hazelnuts and chocolate is a winning combination now known to all. Roasted hazelnuts are widely used especially in pastry this does not mean that they cannot also be used for the preparation of savory dishes. In the confectionery industry they are used for the production of nougats, sugared almonds, hazelnuts, pralines, ice creams, muesli and chocolate spreads. It is also an excellent ingredient for homemade desserts reduced in grain or flour for the realization of biscuits or cakes whole and cut in half for the preparation of energy bars and for the crunchy. As mentioned, there are also several recipes that combine hazelnuts with savory dishes. In pesto, instead of pine nuts or almonds, you can safely use hazelnuts to combine very well with basil and parsley; in the bread instead of adding walnuts try with hazelnuts you will see that you will be struck by the surprising taste. WELLNESS AND HEALTH: The benefits that are obtained from the consumption of a potion a day of nuts are varied (a portion corresponds to about 20 hazelnuts). Hazelnuts are among the richest fruits in vitamin E: this vitamin protects the skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays and premature aging. This type of dried fruit contains phytosterols of substances useful for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases and good fats capable of lowering LDL cholesterol levels. Thanks to the richness of unsaturated fats that hazelnuts are considered beneficial for the heart. They contain a good content of magnesium, a mineral that regulates calcium levels in the muscles and guarantees the physiological well-being of the bones, joints and heart. Furthermore, manganese activates digestive enzymes facilitates the synthesis of fatty acids and cholesterol and promotes the metabolism of proteins and carbohydrates. The fiber content of hazelnuts ensures digestive health and the elimination of toxins. FUN FACT: the shells of the hazelnuts are used as fuel while the wood of the hazelnut produces a very fine embers which are used in the manufacture of drawing charcoal and gunpowder. Instead hazelnut in English is called nut (or hazelnut) and with the addition of the sweet suffix ella came the name Nutella® brand which was registered towards the end of 1963.