Boiled Peanuts

Boiled peanuts, cooked in salt water until soft and juicy, are a Southern staple and make a tasty, savory snack that will be an instant favorite.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 3 hr
• Total Time: 3 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 322 Calories

Ingredients

• water to cover
• 5 pounds raw peanuts, in shells
• 1 cup salt, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Wash peanuts and place them in a pot. Add salt, then water to cover. Bring water to a boil.

Step 2

Let peanuts boil in water for 3 hours.

Step 3

Test peanuts; add more salt to taste if needed and continue cooking until they reach the softness/consistency you desire.