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Peanuts

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Preparation, Uses, & Tips

Peanuts can be eaten whole as a snack or used is a wide variety of dishes, both sweet and savory. They are very popular when ground into peanut butter. The peanut is a staple ingredient in many cuisines of the world, including African, Indonesian, Indian, and South American.

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