In a similar study, Ryback (1970) examined the impact of alcohol on memory in seven hospitalized alcoholics given access to alcohol over the course of several days. All subjects were White males between the ages of 31 and 44.
Whether you plan to eat them plain or roasted, or use them in your favorite pecan pie recipe, pecans must be shelled and cleaned before use. Start with Step 1 below for detailed instructions on how to extract the nut meats from their tough, woody shells.
Shelled pecans will keep for two years in the freezer. They will hold for a couple months after thawing but can be refrozen. They can also be refrigerated in an airtight container for several months.