"paul" > wrote in message
...
> I have never come across pine nuts. I have always made a passable pesto
> without but my curiosity has got the better of me!
> What are they?
> Any ideas where I can get them in Johannexburg, South Africa?
>
> Thanks
> Paul.

you will probably find them in a supermarket, near to where you will find
nuts and seeds. They are expensive, but totally wonderful. If you squeeze
them, you can see the oil ooze out of them. You can even set light to the
oil. (I get out far too much!!)
Try to find them, they are great with rice, especially if 'roasted' in a pan
to char them slightly.
cheers
Wazza