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Food service professionals

Discover how powerful pecans can elevate your culinary creations and delight your customers by partnering with us in a variety of different ways.

Your menu’s secret ingredient

Pecans deliver exceptional versatility, distinctive buttery flavor, and premium nutrition that today’s customers have come to expect and demand. Whether you’re developing innovative menu items, sourcing sustainable ingredients, or staying ahead of culinary trends, pecans provide creative flexibility to help culinary creations stand out.

Signature recipes

Explore chef-developed recipes showcasing pecans across dayparts, cuisines and menu areas. Find inspiration for incorporating this versatile ingredient throughout your menu.

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Culinary Resources

Access professional tools and resources tailored specifically for food service operations from nutrition information and handling guides to menu inspiration and product specifications.

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Partnership Opportunities

Discover how the American Pecan Promotion Board can support your menu innovation initiatives through culinary collaboration, promotional support, and customized resources.

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Versatile menu applications

Pecans enhance and delight offerings across your entire menu with their distinctive texture, rich flavor profile, and nutritional benefits.

Salads and Starters

Add a premium nut crunch and nutrition to salads, appetizers, and small plates

Pecan Entrees

Create distinctive plant-forward entrees or elevate your protein dishes

Indulgent Desserts

Deliver rich flavor and texture in sweet applications

Operational Excellence
Pecans offer exceptional value for food service operations:
  • Year-round availability ensures consistent menu execution
  • Excellent shelf stability for reduced waste
  • Multiple formats - halves, pieces, meal - provide versatility
  • Performs well in hot and cold applications
  • Compatible with batch preparation and made-to-order options
Consumer Appeal
Today’s diners are seeking exactly what pecans deliver:
  • Naturally nutritious ingredients
  • Plant-forward, sustainable options
  • Premium, distinctive flavor experiences
  • Authentic American heritage
  • Nutritional profile - Heart-Check certified by the American Heart Association
Culinary Versatility
Pecans enhance menus through their exceptional versatility:
  • Works across cuisine profiles
  • Functions as a protein alternative
  • Maintains texture in various applications
  • Absorbs flavors while maintaining its distinctive profile
  • Lends to both sweet and savory options