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Pecans
Recipes and History of an American Nut
ISBN: 9780847864560
(HB+ - E)
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While beloved as a comforting, buttery treat, did you know the pecan is also a nutritional powerhouse, contributing all-important vitamins, protein, and fiber to any number of dishes and preparations. High in anti-oxidants and a known anti-inflammatory, the pecan is a bona fide super food. Pecans finally gives the humble, do-all nut its due with a lavish celebration, combining recipe and location photography from the South and Southwest with works of art depicting pecans in antique botanical engravings, early American murals and illustrations, and historic and contemporary still-life paintings. Recipes by award-winning food writer and cooking instructor Rebecca Lang traverse cuisines, genres, and styles, showcasing the pecan as a dynamic and versatile ingredient.
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