Homemade Walnut Butter, Two Ways

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   Place the walnuts and (optional) salt in the bowl of a food processor or blender.

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   Process until a nut butter of desired consistency (smooth or chunky) forms, stopping the processor occasionally to scrape down the sides and bottom.

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   Be careful not to over process, or the butter will quickly become a paste.

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   Store the butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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   For cinnamon honey walnut butter, follow directions above, adding cinnamon and honey to the food processor or blender along with the walnuts.

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   Note: To toast walnuts, heat oven to 350 degrees F, spread walnuts evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and bake for about 10 minutes, stirring and tossing halfway through.

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   Allow to cool before processing or blending.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.