Hazel Nuts

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Hazelnuts are grown in many countries in the world today, and by all reports, is one of the worlds most plentiful nuts. The name hazelnut can be interchanged with the name filbert depending on geographical location.

While Turkey is the largest producer of hazelnuts in the world, the bulk of the hazelnuts consumed in the United States are domestically grown. Hazelnuts grow wild in many parts of the United States, but are grown commercially in Oregon and Washington. The hazelnut is used as an enhancement ingredient in many high quality confectionery and bakery products, as well as ice creams and salted snack mixes.