If you live in the South and are a fan of boiled peanuts, you already know peanuts are being harvested right now. Bins of green peanuts are showing up in grocery stores and roadside peanut stands are ...

As a child, I had an album of American folk songs that included a Civil War-era classic called “Goober Peas.” I didn’t know what the title meant, but I knew it was about eating something delicious. It ...

The humble peanut is one of the world’s oldest ingredients, with evidence suggesting the crop was first cultivated in the Andes nearly 8,000 years ago. Ever since, we’ve discovered endless ways to ...

“At gas stations in the South, I’ve opened the lids on hot stainless-steel kettles and looked at the boiled peanuts floating there, soggy and a bit slimy, but I have never had the courage to eat them.

Peanuts (which are not actually nuts despite the name) are a versatile, protein-packed foundation for several delectable creations, including creamy spreads, candies, and savory dips. They also make ...