• Roasting nuts in the oven is the most consistent method and yields the best flavor, but requires a careful eye. Be sure to evenly chop your nuts and don’t include the “dust,” which can burn quickly.

Emily Luchetti's technique for toasting nuts calls for slightly longer oven time and lower temperature: Spread the nuts on a baking sheet and toast in a 300-degree preheated oven for about 20 minutes.