Yes, they keep best this way, and they thaw in a short time. Halves will thaw in less than an hour, pieces in about 15 minutes. Spread them flat and keep them covered with a paper towel or something porous so the cold dissipates and condensation doesn’t form. If it does, just leave them uncovered, they’ll dry in a few minutes.

A one-ounce serving, about 15 halves, gives you magnesium for heart and bones, potassium for heart, and zinc for your immune system, plus vitamins A, E, and B1 (thiamin). You also get a fistful of antioxidants to ward off cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer’s. Along with 2.7 grams of dietary fiber and 2.6 grams of protein, you get Omega-3s, those essential fatty acids that fight inflammation, sterols that lower cholesterol, and folic acid for your muscles and your mind. What you don’t get is any cholesterol or sodium, and less than 4 grams of carbohydrates. All for under 200 calories.

In a word, no. In fact, several studies have shown that the more nuts participants ate, the lower their body fat. Not only did they lose weight, they kept it off longer than people following a traditional lower-fat diet. Pecans are part of a well-balance regular diet, along with fish, poultry, grains, fruits, and vegetables. 

Yes, for a few weeks. Always keep them in an airtight container. They are high in unsaturated fats, so like any oil, the pecan oil can go rancid. For this reason, we recommend freezing them until you are ready to eat them, then allowing them to thaw before opening so moisture does not enter the package. Once opened, keep them in the refrigerator. Pecans that have gone rancid have a distinctive odor and taste off.

The Official USDA serving size is one ounce, that’s about 15 halves of our varietal of pecans when seasoned. For a party or charcuterie board, plan for one pound for every 20 to 24 people. As a primary snack for a tailgate party, plan for one pound for every 10 – 12 people, or twice as many. Pecans keep well when frozen and can be refrozen without harm, so you’re always safe ordering more than you think you’ll need.

Pecans have a higher oil content than other popular nuts, and oil becomes rancid over time. Retailers often store raw pecans for months at room temperature, and worse, subject them to the high heat of warehouses. You can spot badly stored pecans by their dark color and shriveled appearance.

Yes indeed. Pecans have more antioxidants than any tree nut, and rank among the top 15 foods with the most antioxidants. Antioxidants are believed to fight cancer, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s.

Like wine grapes, pecans come in different varietals. They also have different sizes, also called grades. Pecans that meet the large grade are classified as mammoth. A smaller grade is called junior. Our Wutta Nut! pecans are a varietal classified as juniors.

Fancy refers to the quality and the size. Specifically, are the halves well-dried, well-developed, of uniform color not darker than amber, and free from damage as well as free from shell, the center membrane, or other debris. Then, are the halves fairly uniform in size and conform to size classification. 

We cannot accept returns of food products. If your order is damaged in transit or a product arrives in poor condition, we will immediately send you a replacement at no charge to you. Please contact us using our Contact Us form, and tell us your name and the problem. You may also include your best phone number and time to reach you.

No. American Pecans are not genetically modified. All of the pecan varieties grown in the U.S. have been developed through conventional breeding methods, such as tree grafting. The improved varieties are all derived from the native pecan, which grew naturally in North America millions of years ago. None of the U.S.-grown pecans contain GMOs.

No. The nutrient profile is not significantly changed by roasting pecans, as the nutrients and bioactive compounds, such as flavonoids, will remain intact.