Pecan Store January 19th, 2010
I have a huge weakness for dark chocolate. I’m not really a chocoholic, but dark chocolate gets me every time. Which is exactly why I’m posting this video.
Watch this short YouTube video below to see how these decadently delicious Dark Chocolate Pecan Squares come together. I love how it’s exactly like making a pecan pie, only simpler and quicker with a surprise layer of dark chocolate at the bottom.
Pecan Store January 13th, 2010
My dog is definitely spoiled. He gets more treats, walks and belly rubs than he can handle in a day. But, I’ve never considered baking for my favorite furry friend until now.
I came across this video on YouTube for Banana Pecan Dog Cake. It seemed strange at first, but then I realized that animals, just like humans, have basic  nutritional needs too. And, after the tainted dog food scare a couple of years back, I’ve always been left wondering what’s really in that bag I get from the store.
Check out the video here for Banana Pecan Dog Cake and let me know if your dog likes it. I can already tell you that mine will love it.
Pecan Store September 20th, 2009
The holidays are quickly approaching, which means that pecan pies will be everywhere. Unfortunately, a huge part of pecan pie is the crust, and many people have transitioned to a gluten-free diet due to allergies and other health-related issues.
But, thanks to the MyRecipesTV channel on YouTube.com, you can have your pecan pie without the crust and without missing out on the quintessential fall pie.
Check out the video to see how quick, simple and easy it is to make!
Pecan Store September 6th, 2009
Santa on a big green tractor!
On Saturday, December 5th, you can see Santa Clause riding around The Green Valley Pecan Farms on one of our fantastic big green tractors at the Sahuarita Pecan Festival. It’s the Green Valley Pecan way to get into the holiday spirit, and we can’t think of a better way to welcome you to our first annual Pecan Festival!
Join in on the fun, and bring the whole family down for a day full of delicious food and fantastic entertainment. And don’t forget to shop around the arts & crafts market for the perfect presents for family and friends.
For more information on the first annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival, visit www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com.
Pecan Store January 19th, 2009
How exactly do you pronounce “pecan†anyway? Do you say pea-can? Or is it pih-kahn?
Much like the cara-mel/car-mel pronunciation debate, it looks like the answer to this question isn’t as complicated as it sounds.
After doing a basic Google search on “How to pronounce pecan,†a slew of sites popped up with answers from across the U.S. It turns out your pronunciation of the word is closely linked to the region you are from and/or what you grew up with. There’s no real right or wrong way to say it, just personal preference. Even Dictionary.com lists several ways to say it.
I happen to say pih-kahn, but no matter how you say it, they’re always delicious.
How do you pronounce it? Type your response below.
Photo credit: Old Shoe Woman
Pecan Store January 12th, 2009
So you love pecans, but aren’t sure what to use them for outside of grabbing a handful for a tasty snack? Here are a few ideas to get you started:
The bottom line is that pecans can add flavor to just about anything you can imagine. Be creative. Have fun. And just go with it. Email me for your pecan ideas and I’ll share them here on The Pecan Blog.
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