How To Dry Roast Peanuts ~ Axille's Vegan Corner

Peanuts are one of my favorite snacks. I preferrably like the dry roasted unsalted kind. To my amazement, making it homemade was so easy. Why didn't I think of it?!? I have been buying the pre-made ones and who knows how long they've been sitting on the shelf. Not only that, did you know that once peanuts have been roasted and it releases it's oils, they tend to go rancid even if they are dry roasted. Making it on your own guarantees freshness and you know exactly what went into it.

And also, did you know that peanut is not a nut but its actually a legume and it's part of the bean family. Peanuts are a good source of fiber, protein, niacin, folate, magnesium, vitamin E, rich in monounsaturated fats and full of antioxidants. They're versatile and goes well with anything. There's so many desserts and dishes I could make using this and I'm so excited to show you how to bake dry roasted peanuts.

How to make Dry Roasted Peanuts

Ingredients:
2 cups raw peanuts
salt to taste

Kitchen must haves:
baking sheet
parchment paper

Directions:

1. Pre-heat the oven to 325 degrees Farenheit.
2. Line up the baking sheet with a parchment paper and make sure it fits with the length of the sheet. (Tip: To keep the parchment paper from rolling, fold it in quarters. You can leave it the way it is or fold the seams so that it fits the tray perfectly)
3. Pour the raw peanuts on the baking sheet and spread them evenly.
4. Place the baking sheet in the middle rack or center of  the oven and bake it for 18 to 20 minutes.
5. In about 6 to 7 minutes into baking, take the baking sheet out and swirl the peanuts around, this will stop the peanuts from over browning on one side. Repeat the steps again after 6 to 7 minutes.
6. After 18 minutes, check on the peanuts and see if they are light golden brown, keep in mind that they continue to cook even after removing them from the oven. And also, give it another swirl for good measure.
7. Place it on a cooling rack and lightly season it with salt.

Nutritional Facts:
http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/legumes-and-legume-products/4357/2

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