Homemade Boiled Peanuts

Place the raw peanuts, still in their shells, into a saucepan. Add the water and salt, then bring to a rolling boil.

Reduce the heat to a good simmer and cook peanuts approximately 25 minutes. Preparation time will vary slightly depending upon the size and freshness of the peanuts.

When done, the peanut kernels should have swollen to fill the pod well and the taste of raw starch will have been dissipated. The peanut will remain slightly soft and chewy.

Serve hot still in the shell, or cold after draining.