8 Things You Didn't Know You Can Do with a Pecan-MainPhoto

The-Silent-Heritage-15-Facts-About-Native-American-History-Every-One-Should-Know-MainPhotoNative Americans are thought to be the first to use pecans in their diets, as the nuts were a valuable food source, especially in Autumn. We’re not sure who first used these nuts in desserts, but we salute the brave soul who first gave it a try. And, since April 14 is National Pecan Day, we’re celebrating with this list of eight things you didn’t know you can do with pecans!

God gives the nuts, but he does not crack them. —Franz Kafka