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 | | In the 1890s the macadamia journeyed from Tasmania to be cultivated in Hawaii (now its largest exporter) and, eventually, California. |
 | | Because of its extremely hard shell, this marble-size, golden brown nut is usually sold shelled, either roasted or raw. |
 | | It has a high fat content and should be stored in the refrigerator or freezer to prevent rancidity. |
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