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Acorn


The nut of an oak tree. Acorns were eaten by the American Indians. Acorns must be soaked and pounded before eating to remove toxic tannins. Most acorns were ground into meal and made into a type of bread. Acorns are still eaten in some Asian cultures.
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Chestnuts OR hazelnuts

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