Boiled Peanuts

Submitted by: Mary Brock

Attributed to: Mary Brock

Category: Appetizers

Description:  The perfect anytime appetizer for any God-fearing southerner!

Prep time: 10 minutes

Total time: 2 1/2 Hours

Servings: 4 

Difficulty rating: 2

Ingredients:

2.5 lbs of green peanuts

1/3 cup non-iodized sea salt

8 cups of water

Special tools/utensils needed:

N/A

Directions:

1. Rinse peanuts in sink filled with cool water, swirling them around in the water to remove all dirt.

2. In a stock pot, add peanuts, water and salt.

3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium for 2 hours. Check every 30 minutes and add water as needed. 

4. Turn off burner and let peanuts soak for 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the saltiness you'd like. 

5. Drain and enjoy!