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Hazelnuts are extensively used in confectionery to make [[praline]] and also used in combination with chocolate for chocolate truffles and products such as [[Nutella]]. In the USA, hazelnut butter is being promoted as a more nutritious spread than its [[peanut butter]] counterpart, though it has a higher fat content.
Hazelnuts are extensively used in confectionery to make [[praline]] and also used in combination with chocolate for chocolate truffles and products such as [[Nutella]]. In the USA, hazelnut butter is being promoted as a more nutritious spread than its [[peanut butter]] counterpart, though it has a higher fat content.


[[Image:Xocolata d'avellana.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Xocolata d'avellana]]
=== Avellana de Reus ===
Nuts are wisely used in Spain, especially in sauce and confectionery making.  Whilst in the south, the [[almond]] is more common, in Cataluña they make more use of hazelnuts.  They are mainly produced in the province of Tarragona and their trade has been regulated since the 13th century. The 'Avellana de Reus' has been designated by the EU as having [[:Category:Spanish recipes#DOP ingredients|‘Denominación de Origen Protegida’]] status.  They are harvested in September and October and hey can also be bought toasted which is a great time-saver for the cook.
Recent medical research, sponsored by the Catalonian Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries amongst others,  have shown that regular consumption of hazelnuts can reduce [[cholesterol]] levels.
=== How much does one cup of hazelnuts weigh? ===
=== How much does one cup of hazelnuts weigh? ===
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Hazelnuts and leaves

Common Hazel is cultivated for its nuts in commercial orchards in Europe, Turkey, Iran and Caucasus. The name "hazelnut" applies to the nuts of any of the species of the genus Corylus. This hazelnut or cobnut, the kernel of the seed, is edible and used raw or roasted, or ground into a paste. The seed has a thin, dark brown skin which has a bitter flavour and is sometimes removed before cooking.

Hazelnuts are extensively used in confectionery to make praline and also used in combination with chocolate for chocolate truffles and products such as Nutella. In the USA, hazelnut butter is being promoted as a more nutritious spread than its peanut butter counterpart, though it has a higher fat content.

How much does one cup of hazelnuts weigh?

Estimated US cup to weight equivalents:

Ingredient US Cups Grams Ounces
Hazelnuts whole
1
 150 grams > 5 ounces
Hazelnuts chopped
1
 175 grams 6 ounces

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