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History of Pecans | Pecan Nutrition Information | Pecan Recipes | Pecan Gifts

 

 

This page includes information on everything you might want to know about pecans. We will bring you information on where pecans came from, all the wonderful nutrition information and health benefits provided by pecans. We have a page dedicated to delicious and inventive recipes and even offer pecan gifts that you can give for any occasion. Some of our pecan gifts include gourmet pecans, pecan logs, candied pecans, cinnamon pecans, pecan halves, and so many other products.

 

 

Pecan Trivia

• Desirable pecan halves from Texas were used as the first and only fresh food for the Apollo 13 and Apollo 14 astronauts in the 1970's.  After that, pecans were used on other space missions. --- North Carolina Pecan Growers Association
  
  
• Pecan wood from Georgia was selected by the Atlanta Olympic Committee to make the handles of the torches for the 1996 Olympic Games.  These torches were carried in the 15,000 mile trek across the USA and then used in the lighting of the Olympic flame Atlanta on July 19, 1996. --- Georgia Pecan Commission
  
  
• The pecan tree is the state tree of Texas, and the pecan is the state nut of Alabama.
  
  
• Pecan shells make great mulch in flower beds.  Go Green!!!
  
  

Selection and Storage Tips

 

Shelled pecans can be purchased as halves or pecan pieces.  Select according to the size you need -- but always remember to choose quality.  The best filled nuts are bright, golden in color, and feel solid to the hands.  Beware of pecans where the meat is dark or dark red in color.  These are likely rancid and are probably left over from last year.

Pecans must be stored properly to preserve freshness!  Refrigerate or freeze promptly.

• In-Shell or shelled pecans can be stored under refrigeration for about nine months, or frozen at 0 degrees Fahrenheit for up to two years.  
  
  
• Storage in tight containers is necessary.  Because of their high oil content, pecans are prone to absorption of odors from other things stored with them.
  
  
• Pecans can be thawed and refrozen repeatedly without loss of flavor or texture.