Articles for tag: Boiled Peanuts, English Peas, Peanuts

Karla News

Boiled Peanuts: a Southern Thing?

To some even the thought of eating a boiled peanut is repulsing. To others boiled peanuts are a delicacy. A lot of the attitude and opinion surrounding boiled peanuts relates to geography. Peanuts, of course, are primarily grown in the southern states. Consequently, access to green peanuts in the South is more of an expectation ...

Karla News

Peanut Patch Green Boiled Peanuts

When a good friend of mine returned from a recent trip to Tennessee, he brought over a gift that he and his wife thought I would really appreciate. What they brought over were two cans of Peanut Patch Green Boiled Peanuts. Previously, I had heard of boiled peanuts, but never really had the opportunity to ...

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A Collection of Father’s Day Poems

It seems that Father’s Day comes and goes without as much fanfare as Mother’s Day. We love our dads, but a lot of the emotional energy in our lives is channeled toward and invigorated by our mothers. Thankfully, the past few years has brought a slight shift in the pendulum, with more fathers recognizing the ...

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Southern Boiled Peanuts: a History

You know it’s autumn, when you start to see the signs. Dripping paint by roadside stands spell out: “Boiled P-Nuts.” The cooler weather, the nutty smell, the rolling steam… it must be boiled peanut season. Whether you’re from the South or not, this delicious treat is perfect for snacking on while watching the game or ...