Holiday Pecan Gift Aromas Bring Holiday Memories

Holiday aromas like Grandma's pecan pie baking in her oven always bring back truly happy memories of special holiday family gatherings. It simply would not be the same during the holidays without her famous pecan pie, or other pecan treats served.

Most families have traditional holiday pecan recipes that have been handed down for generations. To create your own good times and family memories this holiday season include the sweet rich fragrance of roasted pecans, whether you use Grandma's pie recipe or your own.

Everyone knows fresh is best, and fresh Georgia pecans are tender, plump and sweetest during the holiday harvest season. Every holiday recipe and snack made with Georgia pecans harvested during November and December will be at its best and richest. Fresh pecans, also, make wonderful mouth-watering gifts.

Pecans make the perfect holiday gift because they are appropriate for casual or gourmet gift giving. Gift tins and boxes are the most popular way to give pecans to family, friends and business associates. Since pecans can be served in so many delicious ways they are one of the well-received gifts during the holidays. Pecans make such wonderful gifts that instill mouth-watering delight in a recipient.

The holidays are certainly more special with a pecan gift of holiday memories. For your favorite cook it might be fun to supply them with fresh pecan halves or pieces, in hopes they will breakout their favorite recipes. Pecans also make great gifts and snacks for health conscious guests. Not only can the aroma of pecans trigger memories of happy times, they can also help you to feel good because they are very good for you.

A single 1-ounce serving of pecans, approximately 20 pecan halves, contains about 196 calories, no cholesterol, and 2.7 grams dietary fiber. They contain large amounts of protein and "good" unsaturated fats. Fresh and roasted pecans, also, have vitamins A and E and nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, folic acid, Zinc, and potassium. Studies also indicate that pecan consumption may increase metabolic rates and enhance satiety. So your guests can enjoy their pecans without guilt, stress, or worry over what they are eating.

Grandma might have suspected that pecans were healthy, and she certainly knew what delicious pies and other treats they provided during the holidays. This holiday season, whether baking, entertaining guests or gift giving, it is your turn to add fresh Georgia Pecans to your holiday memories.