s call for chopped nuts, if you don't have pre-chopped nuts on hand and you expect to chop with your kitchen knife carefully, which will be a tedious process, just use this handy technique to save your time and effort.
1. Measure the amount of nuts you need and put them into a clean plastic zip-top bag. Squeeze the excess air out of the bag and close it most of the way, leaving just a small opening near one side of the zipper.
2. Lay one dishcloth on a hard, flat surface like a kitchen counteror