Macadamia Nuts

I cannot remember the first time my mom brought macadamia nuts into the house, but I do remember her saying they were special and needed to be savored one at a time. If we had pecans and the nutcracker handy, I did not care. It was more fun to crack open the nuts and pick out the meat.

I find it interesting in my adult years to find out macadamia nuts are special, and they are healthy too. The product bags claim macadamia nuts are rich in nutrients and loaded with antioxidants. As I read the list, it also claimed to aid in weight loss which may have been the leading factor in my mom wanting them around the house.

I am glad I have rediscovered these nuts. They are perfect in a nut bowl as a snack during happy hour!