Happy Halloween
Pecan Store October 31st, 2009
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Archive for October, 2009
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Butter Pecan Ice Cream Soup
Pecan Store October 25th, 2009
A little while back, I posted a blog on Blue Bunny Butter Pecan Waffles. Well, Blue Bunny is back again with Blue Bunny Butter Pecan Pumpkin Soup. I have never, ever thought about using ice cream for soup, but I’ll let you be the judge on whether this recipe is worth trying. I’m a little wary on this one, but have at it if you like. Watch the video to see it for yourself and let me know what you think!
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Healthy Cooking with Pecan Oil
Pecan Store October 23rd, 2009
I came across this video on YouTube.com the other day and it’s very interesting. It talks about the heart-healthy benefits of cooking with pecan oil. Available at ThePecanStore.com, Kinloch Plantation Pecan Oil can be used in place of your favorite cooking oil for just about every recipe you can think of. Some of the benefits include:
- High smoke point
- Virtually flavorless so it can be mixed in to almost any dish
- Low saturated fat with 1/3 less than olive oil
- Pecans have the highest amount of antioxidants compared to other nuts
Watch the video for an in-depth report on Kinloch Plantation Pecan Oil.
Carrot Pecan Wild Rice
Pecan Store October 20th, 2009
Watching the video below makes me wish today were Thanksgiving instead of it still being over a month and a half away.
This super-simple side dish is packed with flavor with the pecans, carrots, raisins and orange juice. It also packs a pretty big health kick considering the only oil in the dish is from the heart-healthy pecans.
Watch and get ready to cook:
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Pecan Beer
Pecan Store October 16th, 2009
A while back, I posted about Abita’s Pecan Beer. I’ve always wanted to try it but have never been able to find it in stores, until now.
This past weekend, I was at Cost Plus World Market just browsing around when I spotted a label that caught my eye while wandering through the beer and wine section. It was red, unlike any other red beer label I’d ever seen before, and upon closer inspection, there it was in front of me: Abita’s Pecan Beer. I immediately paid for the beer, went home and patiently waited by the fridge until I could try it.
I have to say, it’s pretty fantastic, and the reviews that I posted before from BeerAdvocate.com are pretty accurate. The beer was almost slightly sweet at first, but then mellowed to a warm, nutty (go figure) taste that was earthy, but not overpowering. It wasn’t overwhelmingly pecan-ish, yet still very satisfying.
I would definitely recommend this beer, whether you’re a pecan fan or just a fan of good beer.
Fun Facts About the Farm
Pecan Store October 15th, 2009
We’ve posted a lot of posts on this blog about pecans over the past year or so, but in order to understand why we have such a passion for them in the first place, I’d like to give you a closer look at exactly what we do. Here are a few fun facts about the Walden Family farm and The Green Valley Pecan Company!
Did you know….
- that The Green Valley Pecan Company is the world’s largest irrigated pecan orchard?
- that we have over 6,000 acres with over 101,000 Wichita and Western Schley pecan trees?
- our harvest beings in mid to late November and usually carries on through January?
- our farm has been family-owned and operated since 1948 with over three generations of the Walden family involved in The Green Valley Pecan Company?
- southern Arizona has the perfect pecan growing conditions with lots of sunshine, quality water and rich, sandy soil?
- we grow our own pecans, and process them on site?
- each pecan processed on site has to pass strict quality control tests before being selected for packaging?
- we love pecans so much, we’ve created a festival in honor of them and the Sahuarita community, which has supported us throughout the years?
So, there you have it. A quick glimpse into what makes our farm tick and a quick peek behind the curtain about what goes into producing the world’s freshest, tastiest, yummiest, crunchiest pecans.
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All About the Festival
Pecan Store October 12th, 2009
I know by now, you’ve already read the posts on the inaugural Sahuarita Pecan Festival. But, in case you forgot, it’s on Saturday, December 5, 2009, and we’re all gearing up for some serious fun and are very excited to see you there!
I think I’m most excited for the local arts and crafts. The food is definitely up there on my list, along with the hayrides and harvest demonstrations, but I love giving handmade, specially picked gifts for the holidays. There are going to be plenty of Sahuarita artists there, in addition to other southern Arizona artists and fantastic gifts that you won’t be able to find anywhere else. So come on down and check everyone off your list while having a great time at the Festival!
And, don’t forget to check out our newly revamped web site for all the inaugural Sahuarita Pecan Festival information you need, and then get ready for the nuttiest celebration of the year!
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Hello, Fall!
Pecan Store October 7th, 2009
Well, it’s officially fall! The calendar says so, and the weather is finally cooling off. Now I step outside every morning to a beautiful, chilly little breeze. It’s like I can smell the cinnamon spice and pumpkin pie in the air already.
So, in honor of autumn’s essential flavors, here’s a fantastic fall recipe to get you in the spirit. Try these Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars from Cooking Light for a sweet seasonal treat that’s completely guilt-free. And they even feature my favorite fall flavor…pecans!
Check out the link and let me know what you think.
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Got Pecan Milk?
Pecan Store October 5th, 2009
I came across something that really piqued my interest: pecan milk. I’m not really a huge fan of cow’s milk, but can’t imagine eating cereal without it. And I know a lot of people who are lactose-intolerant that aren’t big fans of soy or rice milk, so this recipe is perfect for them as well.
According to BrowniePointsBlog.com, all you have to do is take one cup of raw organic pecans, two pitted medjool dates, a little pinch of salt and you have your basic pecan milk ingredients.
Simply put the pecans and dates in a mason jar or other large glass jar, and soak overnight with hot water. Pour the mixture into a blender, add the pinch of salt and more water to bring the liquid ¾ of the way up the blender. Blend, add sugar or maple syrup if you like and strain into a sieve.
And there you have it! Pecan milk for cereals, oatmeal and anything else you want to give a deliciously nutty twist to.
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It’s Almost Pecan Festival Time!
Pecan Store October 1st, 2009
It’s hard to believe that it’s already October. I’m sure I say that every single year at this time, but seriously, it’s almost October!
That also means that we’re just a little more than two months away from the inaugural Sahuarita Pecan Festival! It’s the nuttiest festival in the Southwest and you definitely won’t want to miss it!
Although the Sahuarita Pecan Festival was created as a celebration of all things pecan, a huge part of the festival is also about recognizing The Green Valley Pecan Company’s long history and community ties with Sahuarita and the Santa Cruz Valley. R. Keith Walden purchased the land in 1948, and a huge part of our success was made possible because of the endless support from the wonderful people who live here.
So come on out and celebrate all things pecan, along with the local cuisine, arts and people of Sahuarita! Check out our website for more information and we’ll see you there!
