National Pecan Day

Get ready to crack open some nuts and celebrate National Pecan Day on April 14th! Pecans are a delicious, versatile nut that can be incorporated into sweet or savory recipes. From pecan pies to pecan encrusted salmon, the possibilities are endless. Read on for simple recipe ideas on how to celebrate this special day.

Nothing says “National Pecan Day” quite like a classic pecan pie. This sugary treat is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. All you need is a few simple ingredients, including 1 cup of corn syrup, 3 eggs, and of course 1 ½ cups of chopped pecans. This recipe is easy enough for everyone to make in their own kitchen – even the baking-challenged among us! It’s no wonder why this delectable dessert has been around for decades.

For those looking for something more savory than sweet, try this delicious pecan crusted salmon recipe. All you need is 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each), ¼ cup unpacked brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup bread crumbs, and 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans. Mix together the brown sugar, mustard and bread crumbs in a bowl until they form a paste-like consistency. Then spread the mixture over the top of each salmon fillet and sprinkle with chopped pecans on top. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. And voila – a delicious meal fit for National Pecan Day!

For those who already have leftover pecans lying around their kitchen, here are some ideas for what to do with them: crush them up and add them as an extra crunchy topping on your favorite salads; bake them into your favorite cookie recipes; grind them up in your smoothie mix; mix them into your favorite stuffing recipe; bake them into delicious granola bars; or top off your morning bowl of oatmeal with some crunchy pecans! The possibilities are endless!

Whether you’re looking for something sweet or savory this National Pecan Day, there’s no shortage of scrumptious recipes out there featuring these tasty nuts! If you already have some leftover pecans lying around your kitchen, go ahead and use them up in one of the aforementioned recipes – or get creative and come up with your own unique way to enjoy these delicious treats! No matter how you celebrate National Pecan Day this year, we hope it’s filled with plenty of yummy food (and lots of fun!)!