Love pecans? We do, too! Eat 'em all the time with these recipes for 5-star breads, pies and even dinners!
68 Sweet and Savory Pecan Recipes
Caramel-Pecan Pumpkin Pull-Aparts
We love sticky buns made with my husband’s angel biscuit dough, caramel and pecans. For a twist, try apple butter or applesauce instead of the pumpkin. —Carolyn Kumpe, El Dorado, California
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Pecan Pie Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
How would you like to have all the deliciousness of a pecan pie without the work of actually making pie? This no-bake pecan pie dip has the flavor you will love, but without the effort. Serve it with apples, vanilla wafers or graham crackers, but also try it with pretzels for sweet and salty perfection. —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
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Pecan Butter
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1 cup
From the Recipe Creator:
Fragrant toasted pecans have a sweet richness that is perfect for pureeing into homemade nut butter. Just a bit of salt heightens the natural nutty flavor, and the optional pinch of ground cinnamon complements the pecans. Keep it on hand to make next-level nut butter and jam sandwiches, or swirl it into oatmeal with a drizzle of honey. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Toasted Pecan Nuts
Total Time
15 min
Servings
1 cup
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my method for perfectly toasty, roasted pecans—ready to snack on, scatter on salads or oatmeal, or to enjoy in any recipe that calls for toasted nuts. —Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin
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Coconut Pecan Frosting
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet and textured frosting pairs well with a number of cakes, including German chocolate cake. It has minimal, pantry-ready ingredients and unlike most frostings, it's cooked. —Jane Uphoff, Cunningham, Kansas
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The Best Pecan Pie
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pecan pie is a Thanksgiving tradition in my house, and I was on a quest to create the ultimate version. This might be it!—James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor
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Butter Pecan Cake
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
16 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
Pecans and butter give this cake the same irresistible flavor as the ever-popular butter pecan ice cream flavor. —Becky Miller, Tallahassee, Florida
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Maple-Pecan Pork Chops
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings (1-1/4 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
For a standout holiday dinner, start with this change-of-pace entree. Begin by simmering the chops in apple juice, then drizzle with sweet maple syrup and top with crunchy pecans. —Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Butter Pecan Fudge
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 1-1/2 pounds (64 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Toasted pecans add a nutty crunch to this creamy fudge, perfect for holiday giving. People always seem to rave about its wonderful caramel flavor. —Pam Smith, Alta Loma, California
Learn how to toast pecans in the oven, in a skillet, in the microwave or even using an air fryer.
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Slow Cooker Candied Nuts
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I like giving spiced nuts as holiday gifts. This slow-cooker recipe with ginger and cinnamon is so good, you just might use it all year long. —Yvonne Starlin, Westmoreland, Tennessee
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Salted Pecan Shortbread Squares
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My shortbread squares are the ultimate go-to for cookie trays and gift-giving. The buttery caramel and toasted nuts make it tough to eat just one. —Diana Ashcraft, Monmouth, Oregon
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Pecan-Coconut Crusted Tilapia
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I have guests with dietary restrictions, tilapia coated in pecans and coconut makes everyone happy. It's gluten-free and loaded with flavor. —Caitlin Roth, Chicago, Illinois
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Turtle Cookie Cups
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
For a twist, use white chocolate chips in the cups and drizzle with white chocolate. — Heather King, Frostburg, Maryland
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Raspberry Pecan Chicken Salad
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator:
I gave this sweet-savory chicken salad a little zip with Chinese five-spice powder, which tastes a bit like pumpkin pie spice. Sprinkle some on roasted carrots for an awesome meal. —Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri
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Banana Butter Pecan Kabobs
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Desserts with bananas remind me of Grandma. She and my mom taught me to cook. I rarely measure. For this dish, I set out pecans and butterscotch with kabobs so everyone can customize. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
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Maple Pecan Tarts
Total Time
50 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I absolutely love pecans. I combine them with maple and vanilla to create the ultimate tart, made even richer with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. —Redawna Kalynchuk, Barrhead, Alberta
If you like this recipe, you’ll love this pecan tarts recipe!
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Turtle Tart with Caramel Sauce
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Between the creamy chocolate filling, crunchy nut crust and gooey caramel sauce, this tart has a whole lot to love. Plus, you can make it two to three days in advance. One of my daughters even asks for this instead of cake on her birthday. —Leah Davis, Morrow, Ohio
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Date Pecan Tea Bread
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces) and 1/2 cup spread
From the Recipe Creator:
Packed with dates and pecans, this sweet bread is excellent on its own and even better topped with the chunky cream cheese spread. We enjoy it during the holiday season, but also for after-school and late-night snacks. —Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio
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Pecan Coffee Cake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom serves this nutty coffee cake for Christmas breakfast each year. The simple recipe is a big timesaver on such an event-filled morning. Everyone loves the crunchy topping. —Becky Wax, Tuscola, Illinois
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Jalapeno-Pecan Cheese Spread
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to shape this pepper jelly spread like a Christmas tree around the holidays, but this is a recipe I make year-round. —Charolette Westfall, Houston, Texas
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Caramel Pecan Ice Cream Dessert
Total Time
35 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother passed this old-time recipe on to me because she knew I'd want to make it. I love desserts—especially this one! —Mary Wright, Morriston, Ontario
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Caramel-Pecan Apple Pie
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll love the smell in your kitchen—and the smiles on everybody's faces—when you make this scrumptious caramel apple pie recipe. It takes me back home to Virginia, to my granny's table. —Jean Castro, Phoenix, Arizona
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Pecan Pumpkin Dessert
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I always make this treat for Thanksgiving. A friend gave me the recipe, and I've since shared it with many others. —Sue Williams, Mount Holly, North Carolina
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Pecan Butter Tarts
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I searched for the perfect butter tart for ages. After many attempts, I discovered this favorite that begs for a scoop of ice cream on top. —Susan Kieboam, Streetsboro, Ohio
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Pecan Pie Bars
Total Time
45 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These bars are decadently rich—just like pecan pie! They’re sure to disappear from the dessert table at your next gathering, so you might want to save one for later before putting them out. —Carolyn Custer, Clifton Park, New York
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Caramel-Pecan Sticky Buns
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother used to make delicious cinnamon rolls when I was a child. Later, she taught my sister and me to make them. I've since added the caramel and pecans. These scrumptious sticky buns are a huge hit wherever I take them. —Judy Powell, Star, Idaho
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Apple Pie Steel-Cut Oatmeal
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I absolutely love this slow-cooked oatmeal. The steel-cut oats have so much flavor and texture. My family sprinkles toasted pecans on top whenever possible. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
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Pumpkin Pecan Loaves
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Among all my pumpkin bread recipes, this caramel-glazed creation is the pick of the crop. Often, I'll wrap up a lovely loaf as a homemade gift for teachers and Sunday school leaders. —Brenda Jackson, Garden City, Kansas
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Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When my fiance first made this chocolate bourbon pecan pie for me, I declared it to be the best pie ever! Creamy chocolate combines with crunchy nuts in a great, gooey filling. We can’t get enough of this recipe inspired by Kentucky Derby bourbon chocolate pecan pie. —Tanya Taylor, Cary, North Carolina
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Banana Nut Bread
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This extra-special banana bread makes a wonderful gift for friends and neighbors. The recipe makes two loaves, so I can serve one and keep the other one in the freezer to use as a last-minute gift. —Beverly Sprague, Catonsville, Maryland
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Buttermilk Pecan Pie
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is the treasured "golden oldie" that my grandmother made so often whenever we'd come to visit. Grandma grew her own pecans, and we never tired of cracking them and picking out the meat when we knew we'd be treated to her special pie! —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
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Double Nut Baklava
Total Time
55 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
It may take some time to make this rich, buttery treat, but it's well worth the effort! The blend of coconut, pecans and macadamia nuts is irresistible. —Kari Kelley, Plains, Montana
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Pecan-Stuffed Butternut Squash
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love autumn, when butternut squash is at its peak. This is one of my favorite ways to prepare it. The squash is tender, and the creamy pecan filling is fabulous. —Sheryl Little, Sherwood, Arkansas
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Chocolate Pecan Caramels
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 6-3/4 dozen (1-1/2 pounds)
From the Recipe Creator:
I haven't missed a year making this candy for the holidays since a friend gave me the recipe in 1964! It is made like a pan of upside-down bars and tastes like my favorite caramel pecan candies. We are natives of the Lone Star State who moved to Ohio when my husband was transferred several years ago. —June Humphrey, Strongsville, Ohio
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Caramel Rolls
Total Time
50 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These irresistible rolls are perfect as an Easter brunch idea! - Louis Jacobsen, Dallas, Wisconsin
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Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mom loved sweet potatoes and fixed them often in this creamy, comforting baked sweet potato casserole. With its nutty topping, this side dish could almost be served as a dessert. It's a yummy treat! —Sandi Pichon, Memphis, Tennessee
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Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread
Total Time
50 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The kids will get a kick out of pulling off gooey pieces of this delectable monkey bread. It's hard to resist a caramel-coated treat. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Upside-Down Apple Pecan Pie
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I combined two of my favorite recipes to come up with this sensational pie. It won the local apple pie contest a few years ago. I usually make two pies because we always end up wanting more. —Becky Berger, Deerfield, Illinois
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White Chocolate Fudge
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 3 pounds (117 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
When December arrives, friends and family eagerly await my creamy white fudge. It's a little something different from the traditional chocolate. —Gioviana Buser, Riverside, California
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Cajun Pecan Catfish
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of our favorite recipes. It's quick, easy and delicious. Just serve with a side salad, biscuits and mixed fruit for dessert. We like it a lot for Christmas Eve. —Jan Wilkins, Blytheville, Arkansas
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Carrot Cake with Pecan Frosting
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband constantly requests this homey, old-fashioned version of carrot cake. The frosting is still tasty even without the pecans. —Adrian Badon, Denham Springs, Louisiana
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Honey-Pecan Pork Chops
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This one is a family favorite! —Linda Bounds, Cedar Hill, Texas
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Turtle Brownies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Homemade brownies are a sweet addition to the appetizer table on game day. Your guests might forget the score, but I guarantee they'll remember these treats! —Sherry Miller, Columbia Heights, Minnesota
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Pecan Raisin Bread
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
1 loaf (2-1/2 pounds, 16 slices)
From the Recipe Creator:
We love raisin bread and also enjoy the nutty flavor of pecans, so I decided to combine the two for this delectable loaf. It smells terrific and the taste…oh-so good! —Lora Sexton, Wellington, Texas
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Snowball Cookies
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet, nutty pecan meltaways recipe is a tradition in our house at Christmastime, but the treats are delightful any time of the year. —Alberta McKay, Bartlesville, Oklahoma
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Baked French Toast with Strawberries
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
French toast is a crowd-pleaser, but it's hard to make for a big group. This overnight casserole with strawberries and a sweet pecan topping fixes everything. —David Stelzl Jr., Waxhaw, North Carolina
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Banana Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We have banana trees in our backyard that bear fruit all year. After making banana bread, muffins and cookies, I still had some of our bountiful crop left, so I decided to try this recipe. —Sera Smith, West Palm Beach, Florida
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Mocha-Pecan Ice Cream Bonbons
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These bite-sized bonbons may sound tricky to make, but you'll find that fashioning them is a breeze. What's more, our cooking experts advise that you keep this recipe handy when you serve them—as soon as folks sample the treats, they'll be asking how to make them. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Butterscotch-Pecan Bread Pudding
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Bread pudding fans just might hoard this yummy butterscotch version. Toppings like whipped cream and a butterscotch drizzle make this dessert absolutely irresistible. —Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas
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Coconut-Pecan German Chocolate Pie
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This German chocolate pecan pie combines the ingredients everyone loves in its classic cake cousin. It's so silky and smooth, you won't be able to put your fork down. —Anna Jones, Coppell, Texas
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Pecan Swirls
Total Time
35 min
Servings
10-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I can't recommends these attractive nutty spirals highly enough. Cream cheese makes the cookies rich and tender and the sweet filling showcases chopped pecans. —Wanda Rascoe, Shreveport, Louisiana
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Salted Caramel Cookie Cups
Total Time
40 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I brought these salty-sweet treats to a potluck, I overheard people talking about how wonderful they were. I'm not sure if it was the cookie, the caramel or the chocolate that they loved best.—Priscilla Yee, Concord, California
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Louisiana Pecan Bacon Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
One Christmas, the babysitter brought gifts for my daughter and a basket of goodies, including pecan bread. When I make this bread, I remember that kind soul. This bread won a blue ribbon at the Los Angeles County Fair in 1988, and I still bake it for family and friends. —Marina Castle-Kelley, Canyon Country, California
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Tender Pecan Logs
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Folks always ask me to make these tender nutty logs. Not overly sweet, they're just right with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. —Joyce Beck, Gadsden, Alabama
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Slow-Cooker Spiced Mixed Nuts
Total Time
2 hours 5 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
What slow cookers do for soups and stews, they’ll do for mixed nuts, too. The scent of spices is delightful, and the nuts are delicious. —Stephanie Loaiza, Layton, Utah
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Oven French Toast with Nut Topping
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Baked French toast makes a special morning brunch so easy! —Donna Justin, Sparta, Wisconsin
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Turtle Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After receiving a request for a special turtle cheesecake and not finding a good recipe, I created my own. Everyone is thrilled with the results and this cheesecake remains a favorite at the coffee shop where I work. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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Pecan Pie Thumbprints
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A good buttery dough and nutty filling take time to make, but the results are so worth it. After munching on a few, I think you'll agree.— Peggy Key, Grant, Alabama
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Caramel Pecan Rolls
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Soft and sweet, these rolls will get a lip-smacking smile from everyone. They rise nice and high, hold their shape and have a gooey caramel sauce that's scrumptious. There's no better way to start the day! —Carolyn Buschkamp, Emmetsburg, Iowa
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Coconut Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
9 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This simple yet satisfying coconut cookie recipe has been around for generations. Pressing a fork into the top gives the look of an old-fashioned washboard. —Tommie Sue Shaw, McAlester, Oklahoma
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Honey Pecan Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Birthdays and holidays are great times for cheesecake, and Christmas is ideal for this particular one. In our annual church baking contest, it won first place! —Tish Frish, Hampden, Maine
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Nutty Stuffed Mushrooms
Total Time
30 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Basil, Parmesan cheese and mushroom blend together well, while buttery pecans give these treats a surprising crunch. Our children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren always ask for them! —Mildred Eldred, Union City, Michigan
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Chocolate Pecan Torte
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This impressive dessert looks lovely on a buffet table. It takes some time to prepare, but it’s worth the effort. —Lois Schlickau, Haven, Kansas
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Sauteed Apples
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a sweet side dish my family loves. You can use it to top pancakes or French toast, but it’s wonderful with pork or chicken too. —Shirley Heston, Pickerington, Ohio
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Cherry Chocolate Pecan Pie
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm a pie baker and this is one my family frequently requests. With the brandy infused cherries and chocolate chips, it's an awesome twist on a pecan pie.—Sonya Labbe, Santa Monica, California
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Secret-Ingredient Stuffed Eggs
Total Time
15 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My take on deviled eggs is full of surprises. The down-home appetizer Mom used to make gets an upscale touch from mango, goat cheese and pecans. People love these tempting treats. —Beth Satterfield, Dover, Delaware
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Pecan Chocolate Waffles
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 round waffles
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like waffles and chocolate, this recipe is for you. These tender but crunchy waffles are great for breakfast, brunch or an after-dinner dessert. Instead of chocolate topping, top with berries and whipped cream or simply sprinkle with powdered sugar. —Agnes Golian, Garfield Heights, Ohio
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Cranberry Pecan Tassies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A traditional pecan tassie is a small tart with nuts. This holiday version adds cranberries. How festive! —Peggy West, Georgetown, Delaware