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Fresh Oklahoma Kanza Pecan Halves. Small and Sweet. Kanza pecans are early- maturing softer shell pecans that grow well in the Southern States. We have them right here at The Nut House! They are perfect for every use from baking to snacking.

Our Kanza pecans are grown in Oklahoma.

Size comparison of nut meats- from left to right: Native; Kanza; Pawnee; Elliot; Desirable

Our Kanza Pecans come in 8 ounce, 1 pound, 3 pound & 5 pound packages.

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Name: Kanza Pecan Halves - 8 oz to 5 Pounds
Brand: The Nut House
Price: 15.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Bake a delicious pie with Nut House pecans!

Check out this classic pecan pie recipe

Or make it easy and grab one of our delicious pecan pies and claim you made it yourself.

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Tips for Storing and Using Pecans

Shelled pecans properly stored in the refrigerator are good for up to nine months. If stored in the freezer from 10 degrees to 31 degrees, they will keep for two years. If stored in the freezer at 0 degrees, they can be stored for up to five years.
"Cool and Dry" are the most important things to remember about storage. If using right away, there is no need to refrigerate pecans. If it will be a while before you need them, they should be packaged in plastic or glass containers to keep the best flavor. Pecans are oily and might absorb flavors from other items stored nearby. Pecans can be thawed and re-frozen to use in recipes and for eating.
The nut-filling stage for pecans is usually from mid-August to early October, with harvest occuring between September and December, depending on the variety. Freshness and flavor depend more on the storage and care after harvest than the timing of the harvest itself.
Once pecans get older and start to turn dark or dry, they are still safe to eat but flavor is lost. If your pecans are squishy or moldy, discard them.
If picking and shelling your own pecans, they will benefit from being rinsed off and dried in the oven- or even toasted- to remove any stray pieces of shells and dust. If buying the pieces, they are ready to use right out of the bag!
To make a pie, many people like to use the pieces or smaller sized halves which makes it easier to cut. The top can be decorated with a variety of other colors and shapes of pecan for a unique look. Most recipes call for between 1 1/2 to 2 cups of pecans. A pound sized bag is enough to make a pie plus have leftovers to snack on.

Interesting Kanza Pecan Facts

The Kanza pecan is a variety of pecan tree that is known for its high yield and disease resistance.
Oklahoma State University developed the Kanza pecan variety in the 1980s, specifically for use in commercial orchards.
Kanza pecans are known for their large size and rich, buttery flavor.
The Kanza pecan tree is a relatively fast grower and can produce nuts within five to seven years of being planted.
Oklahoma's annual pecan production is estimated to be around 17 million pounds, with the Kanza variety accounting for a significant portion of that total.