[s1e4] Bitter Almonds Now

: They are used sparingly in items like marzipan or amaretto cookies but must be cooked or processed to destroy the toxins.

: The couple searches for Antonio Russo to deliver a gift sent by his cousin in Sicily—a gesture that highlights the deep, lingering ties to Lino's homeland. [S1E4] Bitter Almonds

In a literal sense, bitter almonds (unlike the sweet ones we snack on) contain high levels of . : They are used sparingly in items like

: When processed by gut bacteria, they produce hydrogen cyanide , a deadly poison. Because of this, selling raw bitter almonds is illegal in some places, like Australia. they produce hydrogen cyanide