What is Pecans?
Pecans are a nut related to the hickory tree. They have hard, thin oblong shells with pointed ends and grey brown colors. The nut of the pecan is a warm brown tone and has a flat oblong shape, with a top that contains two indented lines downs its length with thin ridge in its middle. The pecan has a rich and buttery flavor that is sweet and nutty. Pecans are popular in the American south and are found in sweet and savory dishes.