The peanut: a humble Southern-grown crop that can be used and transformed in oh-so-many ways.
Peanuts seamlessly slide between sweet and savory, adding a bit of salt and crunch to entrees anddessertsalike.
Throughout the South, peanuts are beloved not only for their versatility but also for their history and nostalgia.
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Peanut pie is one of those foods that’s just distinctly Southern.
Easiest Peanut Butter Cookies
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Peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla.
No-Bake Peanut Butter-Fudge Ice-Cream Pie
If you’re crazy for peanuts, this recipe is for you.
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Could it get any better?
Georgia-Style Boiled Peanuts
Take me out to the ballgame, take me out with the crowd.
Topped with chopped lightly salted peanuts, this cake is stuffed to the brim with nutty flavor.
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Chile-Lime-Honey Roasted Peanuts
Say hello to the perfect bar snack.
Salty, spicy, and tangy, all they’re missing is your favorite cocktail to sip alongside.
Sweet Pepper-Peanut Sauce
This is the perfect dipping sauce for everything from chicken nuggets to spring rolls.
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