Begin by rinsing the whole walnuts under cold water to remove any debris.
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil.
Carefully add the whole walnuts to the boiling water, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Allow the walnuts to boil for approximately 5 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the boiled walnuts from the pot and transfer them to a colander.
Rinse the walnuts under cold water to cool them down quickly and stop the cooking process.
Once cooled, use a nutcracker to gently crack open the shells and extract the tender nutmeat within.
Discard the shells and set aside the extracted walnut kernels for use in your desired recipes.
