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One of the varieties of nuts harvested from the hickory tree that has a hard, thin, tan outer shell containing a beige and brown nut on the inside. The pecan is crisp textured with a sweet, buttery flavor due to a very high fat content of over 65%. Pecans are available shelled or unshelled and shelled pecans are available whole, halved and chopped. They are eaten raw or can be added to sweet and savory dishes.
When selecting unshelled pecans, look for those with unblemished and uncracked shells, and the nut should not rattle in the shell. Due to the high fat content in pecans, care must be taken in storing to prevent them from becoming rancid. Unshelled pecans can be stored for up to six months if tightly wrapped and keep in a cool, dry place. Shelled pecans should be kept in an airtight container and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three months or six months in the freezer.
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USDA Nutrition Facts |
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| Serving Size 0.66700000000000004 cup (1 NLEA serving) |
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| Calories 408 |
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| Protein 9g |
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| Total Fat 11g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 71g |
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| Dietary Fiber 7g |
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| Sugars 15g |
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| Potassium 321mg |
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| Sodium 403mg |
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| Cholesterol 0mg |
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| Serving Size 1 serving 1/2 cup |
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| Calories 180 |
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| Protein 3g |
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| Total Fat 10g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 21g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Sugars 5g |
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| Sodium 164mg |
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| Cholesterol 18mg |
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| Serving Size 1 serving |
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| Calories 472 |
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| Protein 5g |
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| Total Fat 23g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 60g |
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| Dietary Fiber 3g |
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| Sugars 27g |
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| Potassium 145mg |
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| Sodium 345mg |
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| Cholesterol 8mg |
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