Sugared Peanuts

Name: Sugared Peanuts
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 5 cups.
Ingredients: 5 cups unsalted peanuts; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup water; 1/4 teaspoon salt

"I tend to make these only for special occasions, such as holidays, because I cannot keep my husband and son (and myself!) away from them. They never last long, so you might want to make a double batch. —Polly Hall, Rockford, Michigan

Ingredients

5 cups unsalted peanuts
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

In a large heavy saucepan, combine the peanuts, sugar and water. Bring to a boil; cook until syrup has evaporated, about 10 minutes.
Spread peanuts in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; sprinkle with salt.
Bake at 300° for 30-35 minutes or until dry and lightly browned. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 252 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 32mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein.

Originally published as Beer Nuts in Taste of Home April/May 2008

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Edyne Jurai

Dec 7, 2010

I forgot to mention in my earlier review that I didn't put on any salt on them and it tasted just fine!
Edyne Jurai

Dec 7, 2010

I made this recipe last year and it was utterly FANTASTIC!!! Both my husband and myself enjoyed them-it didn't last very long at home- and the bunch I sent with my husband for his co-workers disappeared quickly, as well!This is an amazingly easy and delicious recipe! I will definitely make some more this year for both snacking and Christmas presents!Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe! :)
yevetta1

Jul 27, 2008

This is a great snack. My family loves them. Thank you for sharing such a fantastic recipe.