Pecans

Commodity Overview

The seed is an edible nut used as a snack and in various recipes, such as praline candy and pecan pie. The pecan is the state nut of Alabama, Arkansas, California, and Texas and is also the state tree of Texas

Produce Availability

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Characteristics

Appearance: Light brown shell, with yellow specks, round to oval shape
Flesh: Golden brown seed coat with creamy tan meat
Flavor: Bitter to Sweet flavor
Size: 5/8 -11/8 in long
Color: Golden brown seed coat with creamy tan meat
Shape: Oval to oblong shape
Suggested Preparations / Tips: Greate snack by itself or used in baking li>
Commonly Cooked: Used in baking
Served Raw: Yes
Seed: Golden brown seed coat with creamy tan meat
Availability: Year-round
Additional Notes: United State: Georgia, New Mexico, Texas
Reference: Wikipedia

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