A-A-20164 Nuts, Shelled, RoastedThis CID covers shelled roasted nuts, packed in commercially acceptable containers, suitable for use by Federal, State, local governments, and other interested parties; and as a component of operational rations.

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coated with oil, and the blanched nuts shall be bright.  The product shall not contain mildew stains, husks, filth, or other extraneous matter.  The finished shelled roasted nuts shall comply with the requirements specified in Table III through Table VI, as applicable.

5.3.1  Flavored cashews.  Type VI, Style C, flavored cashews shall have the appearance of an oil roasted cashew with an evenly distributed coating of fine seasoning dust.  Type VII, Style C flavored cashews shall have the appearance of a dry roasted cashew with an evenly distributed coating of fine seasoning dust.  The nuts shall possess a fresh roasted cashew odor and flavor accompanied by the distinct flavor and odor specified (BBQ, hot and spicy, jalapeno, etc.).

5.3.2  Roasted sweetened peanuts.  Type VIII, roasted sweetened peanuts shall possess a fresh roasted peanut flavor and odor with a secondary sweet, slightly salty flavor.  The peanuts shall be a light to medium brown with an internal light brown color and the surfaces shall be dry (not tacky) to the touch.

5.3.3.  Flavored almonds.  Type IX, Style C flavored almonds shall be whole, the cinnamon brown skin intact with an evenly distributed coating of fine salt.  The nuts shall possess a fresh roasted odor and flavor accompanied by the distinct flavor and odor specified (smoke, wasabi, jalapeno, etc.).

TABLE III.  Composition of mixed nuts

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