BOILED PEANUT SOUP
Provided by Alton Brown
Time 1h15m
Yield 6, approximately 3 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place a 6 quart pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring frequently, until the bacon is browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Remove the bacon to a paper-towel lined plate or rack. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of the bacon fat.
- Decrease the heat to medium and add the onions to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally until the onion is softened and beginning to brown around the edges, approximately 6 minutes. Add the broth, peanuts and thyme. Increase the heat to high, and bring to a boil. Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a rapid simmer. Cook until the peanuts begin to loosen from their skins and the broth is reduced by 1/4, approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and puree the mixture with a hand-held stick blender until smooth. Add the milk, vinegar, salt and pepper and puree until combined. Turn the heat back to medium and cook until warmed through, 5 to 7 minutes. Garnish with the reserved bacon and serve immediately.
- Wash the peanuts in cool water until the water runs clear. Soak in cool water for 30 minutes to loosen any remaining dirt.
- Drain and rinse the peanuts. Add the peanuts to a 12-quart pot along with the salt and 3 gallons of water. Stir well. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours. Check the texture of the peanut at this point for doneness. When done, boiled peanuts should have a similar texture to a cooked dry bean. It should hold its shape, but not crunch when bitten. Add more water throughout the cooking process, if needed. If necessary, continue cooking for 3 to 4 hours longer.
- Drain the peanuts and store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- *Cook's note: The cooking time can vary greatly depending on how fresh the peanuts are. The fresher the peanut, the less time it will take to cook.
- approximately 4 pounds in shell and 2 pounds out of shell
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Sam Speechless
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.
Johnson Williams
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy texture and the sweet flavor of the carrots and celery.
Freak_Alienated
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of boiled peanuts, but this soup was surprisingly good. The peanuts added a unique flavor and texture that I really enjoyed.
Thomas Berlin
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and creative ways to use boiled peanuts. This soup is a great option! It's easy to make and has a delicious flavor.
Italia Lopez
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover boiled peanuts. I had a bunch of leftover peanuts from a party, and this soup was the perfect way to use them up.
Sagir Sani
[email protected]I'm a big fan of boiled peanuts, so I was excited to try this soup. It did not disappoint! The soup was creamy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of spice.
Ian Lamb
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. The boiled peanuts add a really unique flavor that I've never tasted in a soup before.
Dhiraj Kumar
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.
Victedious Malungabanda
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy texture and the sweet flavor of the carrots and celery.
James Bray
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of boiled peanuts, but this soup was surprisingly good. The peanuts added a unique flavor and texture that I really enjoyed.
Shakir Awan
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and creative ways to use boiled peanuts. This soup is a great option! It's easy to make and has a delicious flavor.
Mekonnen Ibrahim
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover boiled peanuts. I had a bunch of leftover peanuts from a party, and this soup was the perfect way to use them up.
Austin Obi
[email protected]I'm a big fan of boiled peanuts, so I was excited to try this soup. It did not disappoint! The soup was creamy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of spice.
elite cool
[email protected]I made this soup for my family last night and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Dana Alexandra Miller Lara
[email protected]This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I've already made it twice this month!
Jija Jutt
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The soup was absolutely delicious. I especially loved the smoky flavor from the ham hock.
Sandesh Dindyal
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The boiled peanuts add a really unique flavor that I've never tasted in a soup before.
Niraj Yadav
[email protected]This soup was a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and creamy texture. I'll definitely be making it again soon.