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a bag of hot roasted peanuts makes a nostalgic treat at football games, tailgates and drive in movies.

Easy Roasted Peanuts in the Shell

Warm, nutty, with intense peanut flavor, Roasted Peanuts in the shell are the perfect nostalgic snack for ballgames, movie nights, bonfires and parties!
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Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Game Day, party, Snack, tailgate
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 3.5 cups shelled peanuts
Author: Stacey | SouthernDiscourse.com

Equipment

  • rimmed baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound raw, shell on, dried peanuts
  • salt, if desired

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit.
  • Sort through peanuts and remove any shells that are broken or badly blemished. Arrange the rest of the peanuts in a single layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet.
  • Roast in preheated oven for 20-25 min. Around the 10 minute mark, shake the pan back and forth to rotate the peanuts for an even roast.
  • Check the peanuts at 20 minutes to see if they are at your desired doneness. Shells should be a light golden brown, and the nuts should have a rich, nutty aroma. Do not overcook. Peanuts easily scorch and will continue to cook while cooling. Remove the peanuts from the oven when done and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.