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Plain-English procurement coaching for craft food operators sourcing peanuts wholesale. 10 articles, organized by experience level.
Foundational — New to wholesale peanuts
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Nutrition May 16, 2026Are Peanuts Good for You? Nutrition, Calories, and the Keto/Paleo Question
A plain-language look at what's actually in a peanut — protein, fat, fiber, calories — and honest answers on whether peanuts fit keto, paleo, and everyday healthy eating.
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Best-Of May 16, 2026The Best Peanuts for Peanut Brittle (Tested in a Home Kitchen)
Not all peanuts make great brittle. We tested three common types side by side and found one clear winner — plus exactly where to buy it without overpaying.
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Storage May 16, 2026How Long Do Peanuts Last? Pantry, Fridge, and Freezer Storage Guide
Whether you bought a 5-pound bag for a recipe or a 25-pound bulk order for a fundraiser, here's exactly how long your peanuts will stay fresh — and how to store them so none go to waste.
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How-To May 16, 2026How to Boil Peanuts (Green vs. Raw, Cajun and Classic)
Everything you need to know to make a pot of boiled peanuts at home — which peanuts to buy, how much salt to use, and three flavor variations for stovetop, slow cooker, and Instant Pot.
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How-To May 16, 2026How to Roast Peanuts at Home: Oven, Temperature, and Time
A plain-English guide to roasting raw peanuts in your oven — in-shell or shelled, salted or plain — with exact times, temperatures, and a simple doneness test anyone can use.
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Planning May 16, 2026How Many Peanuts Do I Need? A Per-Guest Cheat Sheet for Weddings, Parties, and Fundraisers
Not sure how many pounds of peanuts to order for your event? This plain-English guide gives you exact per-guest numbers for cocktail hours, boiled-peanut bars, tailgates, and fundraisers — plus a quick-reference table so you don't over- or under-buy.
Practitioner — Choosing between options
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Shopping May 16, 2026Where to Buy Bulk Peanuts: Hampton Farms, Virginia Diner, Aldridge, Whitley's, and Amazon Compared
A retailer-by-retailer breakdown of where to buy bulk peanuts in 2026 — minimums, pack sizes, shipping costs, and honest picks for fundraisers, weddings, home cooks, and small food businesses.
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Fundraising May 16, 2026How to Run a Peanut Fundraiser: Margins, Suppliers, and What Actually Sells
A plain-language guide for PTAs, churches, and booster clubs on ordering the right amount of peanuts, finding fundraising supplier programs, and hitting margins that make the effort worth it.
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Comparison May 16, 2026Virginia vs Runner vs Spanish vs Valencia: Which Peanut Is Which?
The four main peanut types—Virginia, Runner, Spanish, and Valencia—aren't interchangeable. Here's how to tell them apart, what each one costs, and which to buy for your exact use case.
