In the Kitchen. Nuts, being high in fat, can turn rancid. To preserve freshness, store in-shell nuts in a cool, dry place, where they should keep up to a year. To be safe, refrigerate shelled nuts in a sealed plastic bag or container. Freeze shelled nuts you plan to keep more than a month.
Toasting brings out flavor and restores crispness.
Remove and crack after they have cooled. Beat egg white and water until frothy. Stir nuts into mixture to coat, then drain slightly in a colander, 3-4 minutes. Mix sugar and spices in a plastic bag. Add nuts and shake to coat.