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Happy National Pecan Day!

Prized for their buttery flavor and soft crunch, these versatile native American nuts are tree-grown in temperate climates (particularly states like Oklahoma, Texas and Georgia) and are, logically, a Southern favorite. They can be devoured raw or added to a variety of savory and sweet dishes. For tasty pecan recipes, check out our list of classic and more adventurous suggestions:

• Spiced Pecans
• Crepes with Caramel Sauce and Toasted Pecans
• Pecan-Raisin Drop Cookies
• Sweet Potato Pecan Puffs
• Maple-Ginger-Roasted Vegetables with Pecans
• Pecan Squares
• Chicory Salad with Quince and Pecans
• Maple Butter-Pecan Ice Cream

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Skip the pecan pie and take a chocoholic route this Thanksgiving with this velvety-glazed creation.

Get this pecan dessert recipe along with many others after the jump.