Pecan Store May 23rd, 2009

With the widespread FDA recalls surrounding peanuts and pistachios just a few months ago, now is the perfect time to experiment with different nuts as a substitute for peanut butter. And, yes, pecan butter is definitely an option.

I found this article from CookingLight.com and it’s surprisingly easy to make your own nut butters. Simply take the nut of your choice, toast until golden brown and blend in a food processor until creamy and smooth. A little salt kicks up the flavor but other than that, there’s no need to add oils or creams or unnatural ingredients like so many store-bought nut butters contain.

This companion article provides a helpful guide as to where you can use your new nut butter creations. Some nuts, like pecans, won’t necessarily satisfy that sweet peanut butter and jelly sandwich craving but they will go great with spicing up a hearty meat dish.

Give it a try and let me know what your favorite flavor is. And if you’re feeling adventurous, try combining a few different nuts for a new “nut”tacular butter combination.

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