To toast pine nuts in the oven:

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1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
2. Toss pine nuts in oil and salt if desired. Arrange in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Toast until lightly browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally, about 5 to 7 minutes. 
3. Remove from oven and use as desired. Or, store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

To toast pine nuts on the stove:

1. Toss pine nuts in oil and salt if desired. In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat pine nuts until lightly browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally, about 2 to 5 minutes.
2. Remove from skillet and use as desired. Or, store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

How to toast pine nuts in the microwave:

1. Using a fine mesh colander, rinse pine nuts under cold running water and toss with Kosher salt, if desired.
2. Transfer nuts to a small brown paper bag, fold the top of bag shut, and microwave on HIGH for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.
3. Remove bag from microwave and allow to cool.