About Food: Treats for Celebrating National Peanut Month

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Food From Hilary Pollack, your About Food Editor March is National Peanut Month, and it only seems fair that we give recognition and gratitude to the mighty legume. From peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to Thai peanut satay, it has been there for us through thick and thin--and we still love a smear of peanut butter on just about anything. Here are dozens of delicious recipes that will remind you where we're nuts for the noble peanut. Did you know that peanut butter was invented by a doctor as a health food? Want more from About.com Food? Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, or visit our Pinterest page for daily recipes, cooking tips, and more. Going Nuts The best thing about peanuts is their versatility. With a mild, hearty flavor and a consistency ranging from crunchy to buttery, they're a great addition to virtually any meal. We'll take a bowl of Peanut Soup or a sprinkle of them on a Vietnamese Chicken Salad any day. Creamy Southern Peanut Soup Chicken with Peanut Mole Sauce Vegetarian Peanut and Greens Soup Indo-Dutch Pork Satay Search Related Topics:  peanut butter tips  nut recipes  how to cook with fruit Nuts for Noodles One of the best way to enjoy peanuts is in a slightly spicy sauce topping a heap of noodles. Whether in Thai, Chinese, or Korean cuisine, there's a reason this combination has remained popular. Spicy Peanut Noodles with Chicken and Vegetables Curry Noodles with Shrimp Savory Peanut Butter Spaghetti Search Related Topics:  sauce recipes  chutney recipes  how to cook with condiments The Sweeter Side We all know that peanut butter makes for perfect desserts, too. Divine with chocolate or front and center, its creamy, sweet 'n' salty qualities liven up myriad types of treats--even cocktails! Peanut Butter Swirl Cheesecake Moroccan Caramelized Peanuts Three-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart Vegan Tofu Peanut Butter Pie Search Related Topics:  peanut butter recipes  fudge recipes  cream pies Cookie Monster Naturally, peanut butter cookies are one of our favorite ways to enjoy this nifty nut. Oh yeah, and bars and blondies can come too. Classic Peanut Butter Cookies Peanut Butter Cookie Bites Moroccan PB Slipper Cookies Chewy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies Search Related Topics:  cookie recipes  christmas cookies  edible gifts Related Searches Finger Food Menu Party Food Recipes Bulk Food Bird Food Treats Food Featured Articles Creamy Chicken Enchiladas How to Make Ravioli from Scratch Succulent Beer Braised Pork Butt 4 Easy Ways to Get Your Greens Fancy Bubble and Squeak What Are Black Lemons?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Food newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Popular Now Quiz: Are You Really Ready to Fall in Love? What Are the "Ides of March"? How Dry Shampoo Works   Follow us on: Advertisement