Pistachio Butters

Wonderfully delicious pistachio nuts have long been cherished as the symbol of wellness and robust health since ancient times. Known as the Skinny Nut because pistachios are one of the lowest calorie and lowest fat nuts. Each nut has only 3 calories. They are currently being cultivated on a larger scale in the USA, Iran, Syria, Turkey, and China. California produces 98.5% of the nation's pistachios.

In Iran it is called the "smiling pistachio" and in China the "happy nut."

One serving (2 tbsp) contains:

• 21% DV* of Copper
• 10% of Potassium
• 10% of Magnesium
• 16% of Phosphorus
• 19% of Thiamin
• 28% Vitamin B6

The combination of all these compounds may help remove toxic free-radicals from the human body, and thus, protect it from diseases, cancers, and infections.

For more info, facts, and storage tips on pistachios - see here.

*%DV: Percent Daily Value (DV) references how much a certain nutrient contributes in one serving of food in relation to the daily requirement.

Simple Pistachio Butter Recipe

Yields approximately 1 1/4 cups (284g)

Ingredients

• 2 cups pistachio nuts (260g)
• 1/4 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Place pistachios and salt in the NutraMilk container
2. Press Butter cycle, set for 5-6 minutes
3. Press Start
4. Open the container if necessary, set for an additional 1-2 minutes for a creamier butter.

Roasted Pistachio Butter Recipe

Yields approximately 1 1/4 cups (284g)

Ingredients

• 2 cups roasted pistachio nuts (260g) (Roast at 265°F (150°C) for 20-22 minutes)
• 1/4 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Place pistachios and salt in the NutraMilk container
2. Press Butter cycle, set for 4-5 minutes
3. Press Start
4. Open the container if necessary, set for an additional 1-2 minutes for a creamier butter.

From 200 DELICIOUS & HEALTHY RECIPES for your NutraMilk from Nuts, Seeds, Grains & More by Rita Rivera

*%DV: Percent Daily Value (DV) references how much a certain nutrient contributes in one serving of food in relation to the daily requirement.

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