Low Country Boiled Peanuts

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   Put the water in a large stockpot, add the salt, and bring to a boil.

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   Add the peanuts and simmer for 1 to 2 hours, testing a peanut occasionally, until the shells tear open with ease and the peanuts inside are completely tender (even a little mushy).

3. 3

   Drain and serve warm.

4. 4

   Uneaten peanuts can be stored in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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   Heat cold peanuts to hand-hot in the microwave before serving.

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   Note: To make this recipe, you must have green peanuts--uncooked, fresh peanuts, which are still tender and not dried or crunchy.

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   Outside the Southern US, green peanuts can sometimes be purchased at specialty or gourmet stores, or mail-ordered.

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   Don't try this with dried or cooked peanuts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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