Whole Walnuts

You have a recipe that asks for whole walnuts. You got a bag of them, but every time you try cracking it open, the meat comes out in pieces. What are you doing wrong?

This takes a bit of forethought, but the day before you need the walnuts, fill a large bowl or pan with water. Add the walnuts and about a teaspoon of salt.

The next day, drain the water from the bowl and place the walnuts on a large towel.

Now when you crack the walnuts, the meat will remain whole.