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A mammoth half refers to the graded “size” of a pecan half. Our mammoth halves are normally of the Desirable variety. Mammoth is the largest… Read More »What Are Mammoth Pecans?

‘Desirable’, ‘Pawnee’ and ‘Stuart’ are some of the most common pecan varieties grown in Georgia, valued for their excellent yield and nut quality. Of the… Read More »What Kind Of Pecans Grow In Georgia?

Fancy and Choice are qualities that refer to mainly to the consistency of color of the pecan. According to the NPSA’s Voluntary Guidelines for Purchasing… Read More »What Are Fancy Pecans?

“The oil in pecans oxidizes, and the flavor and quality of the pecan deteriorates over time.” Draughn said pecan kernels should be a golden color… Read More »Why Are Some Pecans Darker Than Others?

Elliot pecans have a thick, hard but smooth shell and are smaller than other varieties. Despite their small size, Elliots are famous for their buttery,… Read More »What Are Small Pecans Called?

Approximately 56 pieces per pound. How much is a 5 gallon bucket of pecans worth? Pecan grower Bucky Geer estimates a single 5-gallon bucketful is… Read More »How Many Pecans Does It Take To Make A Pound Shelled?

Shelled Pecans: Measurements 1/2 cup 2.2 oz 65 grams 2/3 cup 2.9 oz 85 grams 1 cup 4.4 oz 125 grams 2 cups 8.8 oz… Read More »How Much Does A Cup Of Shelled Pecans Weigh?

Walnuts are also softer; grinding or crumbling them is easy. Pecans are usually darker, while walnuts are stubbier and have two hemispheres with a brain-like… Read More »Which Is Softer Pecans Or Walnuts?

Pine Nuts They are smaller and have a softer flavor and texture. Compared to pecans (which are used in many sweet desserts), pine nuts are… Read More »Can Pine Nuts Replace Pecans?

There are 206 calories in a 1/4 cup of chopped Pecans. How much protein is in a 1/4 cup of pecans? Protein: 9 grams. Fat:… Read More »How Many Calories Are In A 1/4 Cup Of Pecans?