PEANUTS 101

It is widely known that many raw foods, such as beans are toxic if not soaked or cooked correctly. Due to this fact, many people wonder whether or not their favorite tree nuts, such as peanuts, are poisonous if eaten raw. You can eat raw peanuts because they are safe to eat. Consuming an average…

Natural raw peanuts come packed with soil and dirt and must be cleaned before consumption. Though the shell isn’t edible, cleaning your peanuts has numerous benefits. But how should one go about it? Here’s how to clean raw peanuts: Gather peanuts in a bowl or dish. Run warm water over the peanuts. Toss the peanuts…

Boiled peanuts are a staple Southern snack that can be traced back to the colonial era. They’re traditionally eaten as a summertime snack and are enjoyed in many parts of the world. Since green peanuts are only one of several varieties of peanuts, you may be wondering how long you should boil them. Green peanuts…

Peanuts are a healthy snack with many nutritional benefits, including high protein and fiber. Properly roasted, they should have a satisfying crunch to them. However, you may find that you’re following the cooking directions perfectly and discovering that your peanuts are still soft and mushy on the inside.  Your roasted peanuts may be soft after…

Boiled peanuts are a delicious and healthy snack for all seasons; they’re low in calories and fat and provide an excellent source of nutrients. Taking the time to make and properly store boiled peanuts benefits your health and taste buds in the long run.  Here’s how to store boiled peanuts: Drain and rinse peanuts from…

Peanuts are delicious, and you can eat and prepare them in a variety of ways. Some people prefer to eat soft peanuts, while others prefer to soften peanuts to make peanut butter. If you’re looking to make peanut butter but are short of time, you may want to know how you can soften peanuts quickly. …

Boiled peanuts are a delicious, filling snack that can be purchased or made at home. They’re a southern staple in the US, but they have their origins worldwide, such as in South America and Africa. When you have saved your leftover boiled peanuts, what is the best way to eat them? The best way to…

If you enjoy eating peanuts, you might have disposed of numerous shells at this point. But did you know that you can maximize a peanut’s entirety down to its shell and use it as a natural burning agent? Peanut shells do burn well if turned into briquettes or pellets to serve as a natural and…

Boiled peanuts are a popular Southern snack with higher levels of antioxidants than raw or roasted peanuts. Fortunately, you can make them at home without fancy equipment. Boiling peanuts can be a tedious process but worth it if done correctly — and one of the things that makes the difference with boiled peanuts is the…

Peanuts are a healthy and nutritious snack enjoyed by millions around the world. However, eating raw nuts can be hard on the digestive system, and many people wonder whether soaking peanuts can help with this problem.  You should soak peanuts. Soaking your raw peanuts before eating them aids in digestion and enhances the peanuts’ flavor,…