Have you ever found yourself wandering up and down the aisles at a few different stores desperately trying to find the best gift you can find? However, store after store, you are met with nothing but disappointment and frustration. Continue reading
Pecans And Healthy Nuts For A Low-Carb Diet
If you are interested in fitness and weight loss and are looking for ways to incorporate lower carb food and snack options into your diet, then pecans are a nut that should definitely not be overlooked. Continue reading
Exploring the Savory Side of Pecans
When people think of pecans, their minds probably almost immediately go to sweet desserts they remember from their childhood such as pecan pie and pralines. But did you know that pecans can also make a delicious and savory addition to any menu lineup? Continue reading
Six Pecan Breakfast Recipes To Start Your Day Off Right
If you are looking for a healthy way to kickstart your day, add pecans to your breakfast. Pecans are loaded with healthy fats, protein, and energizing vitamins and minerals. Eating pecans for breakfast will give you all the nutrition you need to tackle the challenges of even your busiest days. If you’d like to jumpstart your day, here are some delicious ways to add pecans to your breakfast. Continue reading
How Natchitoches Pecans Support A Healthy Heart
The American Heart Association states that adding a handful or 1.5 ounces of pecans regularly to your diet can support heart health. Pecans have a variety of nutrients that can help reduce your risk of heart disease. Furthermore, eating healthy nuts in moderation is a great way to give your body the nutrition it needs for a healthy heart. Here are just some of the ways that pecans support a healthy heart. Continue reading
Five Healthy Pecan Smoothie Recipes To Jumpstart Your Day
Smoothies are a great way to start your day. They are healthy, easy-to-make, and can be taken on the go. Louisiana pecans are a healthy superfood, so they make a great addition to any smoothie. They are loaded with healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, and protein. Pecans also contain essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin E, B vitamins, folic acid, potassium, magnesium, zinc, and calcium, among others. To jumpstart your day with a nutritional boost, here are some pecan smoothie recipes to try: Continue reading
Father’s Day Pecan Gifts Your Dad Will Love
Father’s Day is coming up fast and if you’re struggling to find the perfect gift for the father in your life, don’t worry. We know that shopping for Dad can be pretty tough. However, at Natchitoches, we have a variety of Father’s Day gifts any pop will love. Here are some of the gifts that we recommend to give you an idea of what to get your own Dad: Continue reading
What Are Pecan Shells Good For?
When you buy a bag of in-shell or cracked pecans, you need to put in a little work to get to the nutritious pecan kernel inside. It’s a fun way to pass some time and space out your snacking, but what happens to the pecan shells once you’re done? What good are they once the edible parts are gone? As it turns out, pecan farms have found several uses for those shells, and there are a few ways you can use those shells yourself. Continue reading
Try A Pecan Garnish On These 3 Recipes
When you want to add a little something special to your recipe, pecans are just about perfect. Their mild flavor won’t overwhelm the dish whether it’s sweet or savory, but you’ll know they’re in there thanks to the pecan’s unique texture. A garnish of chopped pecans can improve the texture and taste of all kinds of main dishes and desserts, but if you’re having trouble thinking of something to start with you should consider adding it to the following meals. Continue reading
Not All Pecans Are Equal
Everyone knows there are several types of apple. All you have to do is head to a grocery store and you’ll see half a rainbow of apple colors stacked next to each other. However, what you might not realize is that what’s true about apples is just as true about every other type of plant we cultivate. You can find dozens of pecan varieties out there, and the Natchitoches orchard features several tasty varieties we offer customers looking for some Louisiana pecans. Continue reading