Paracuca (Roasted Peanuts)

Starter · world favourite.

Ingredients

• 5 Cups Unsalted Peanuts
• 1 cup Sugar
• 1 cup Water
• 1/4 tsp Salt

Method

1. Continue cooking — In a large heavy saucepan, combine the peanuts, sugar and water.
2. Bring to a boil — Bring to a boil; cook until syrup has evaporated, about 10 minutes. 2
3. Continue cooking — Spread peanuts in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; sprinkle with salt. 3
4. Bake — Bake at 300° for 30-35 minutes or until dry and lightly browned.
5. Continue cooking — Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

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