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Betsy's Cheese Straws

Founded in 1998 by Betsy Parker and her daughter-in-law, Ashley Parker, Betsy's produces an assortment of gourmet...

Pecan Praline Party Favors

Priester's Pecan Pralines make the perfect party favors for every occasion with a delicious blend of sweet, buttery,...

The Perfect Pecan

How does Priesters pick the best pecans? We're a family business, having devoted our lives to shelling the perfect...

What is Divinity Candy?

One of the questions we are frequently asked is, "What exactly is divinity candy, anyway?" You may have wondered this...

Recipes and Tips

We've put our own list together of pecan facts, family recipes, pecan tips and more so that you can find what you're...

The Best Pies For Your Thanksgiving Dinner

Find recipes, ingredients, and gift ideas for the perfect Thanksgiving pies using Priester's pecans and other...

Pecan Health Benefits

Pecans are the ultimate snack food. They're a little sweet and a little salty, you can eat them by the handful, and...

Thoughtful Client Gifts From Priester's

In a working world that is ever-changing -- from remote to hybrid to everything in between -- take a moment to send a...

Shortbread Pecan Cookies

At Priester's, we know that family is like a pecan cookie - something sweet holding all the nuts together. Impress...

Ten Fun Facts About Pecans

From making your grandma's famous pecan cookies, to looking for the perfect pecan boxes, or munching on some as an...

What Are The Different Types Of Pecans Available?

No matter what kind of pecan you are looking for, whether for snacking, baking, or gifting, Priester's Pecans has...

Blue Ribbon Challenge: Pecan Recipe Contest

Because of this flattering gesture, Priester's would like to invite everyone to contribute a delicious recipe using...

9 Reasons Why Chocolate Is Good For You

Chocolate is one of those simple pleasures in life -- a delicious treat after a long day or a mid-study snack to help...

Priester's Kitchen Secrets Revealed

As a family of bakers and candy makers, Priester's Pecans takes great pride in the freshness, aroma, and flavor...

Enjoy Pecans as Part of your Keto Diet

Pecans are a great addition to a well-balanced keto diet. They're low in carbs, which is an important characteristic of keto-friendly...

510 Baking Pecan Pie Tests

Why 510 pie baking tests? Our tradition of baking "Blue Ribbon Good" pecan pies for sale to the public began in 1987....

History of Pecans

Pecans are harvested in the fall, usually late October or early November when the nuts are succulent, aromatic and...

Enjoy Pecans as Part of your Keto Diet

In their own words, Priester's co-owners Thomas Ellis and Ellen Ellis Burkett, will tell you a remarkable story. It's...

History Gallery

Let us tell you a little story about a handshake partnership and the beginning of Alabama's largest gourmet handmade...

Devastating Company Fire

A fire at the Priester's kitchen destroyed the building but Southern good neighborly charm and sense of family came...

Hearty and Healthy Snack

Did you know pecans are loaded with nutritious goodness? Yes it's true. New research on this tasty tree nut tells us...

8 Health Benefits of Pecans

Pecans are the ultimate snack food. They're a little sweet and a little salty, you can eat them by the handful, and...

How to Cut a Pie

Do your homemade pecan pies fall apart and crumble when you slice...

Top Five Christmas Gift Ideas

Everyone looks forward to the holiday season. Family and friends come together to celebrate, enjoy delicious food, and...