Boiled peanuts in a Crock Pot are a super simple and filling snack. Great make-ahead recipe for parties and tailgates
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 1 dayday
Total Time 1 dayday5 minutesminutes
Servings 30
Author Meme
Ingredients
2poundsin-shell peanutsraw
8-10cupswater
3tablespoonssalt
2smalljalapeñoschopped
4clovesgarlicsmashed
1teaspoongarlic powderoptional
½teaspooncayenne pepperoptional
Instructions
Toss all the ingredients into the slow cooker.
Cover. Set to High and cook for 12 hours.
Stir and add more water if necessary.
Set to Low. Cover and cook for 10-14 hours, depending on your desired tenderness of the peanuts. Enjoy!
Notes
*Refrigerate for up to 7 days, or freeze with cooking liquid for up to 3 months.*Makes 15 cups.*½ cup is about 12-15 peanut shells*If needed, use a 24-ounce package of peanuts. Add only 2.5 tablespoons of salt.