National Peanut Day – September 13, 2022, history, quotes
There’s a very funny bit in the Marx Brothers’ classic film, “Duck Soup,” where Chico runs a peanut stand. We won’t give it away here but it’s something to watch on National Peanut Day, an annual event that rolls around every September 13. It’s incredible that such a small groundnut has everybody talking today!
Peanuts, which are grown underground, have a long history, originating in South America over 3,500 years ago. Eaten alone or mixed with butter, peanuts are used in virtually everything including soups and ice cream. Don’t even get us started on pb & j sandwiches! This National Peanut Day, grab a handful, salted or not, and savor the flavor of our national goober.
History of National Peanut Day
The history and origin of the National Peanut Day are unknown. Peanut has a long back tradition. Other names of peanuts include groundnut or goober. Peanuts are legume crops grown mainly for their edible seeds. It is simple to dry fruits of the same family as peas and beans. The peanuts are usually referred to as nuts for culinary purposes and in common English language usage.
The peanut belongs to the botanical family called Fabaceae. It is the better alternative to walnuts and almonds as the taste, and nutritional profile of peanuts matches them. Western cuisines often serve peanuts in similar ways to walnuts and almonds. The oldest known archeological remains of the pods date back to 7,600 years old. The other local names of peanuts include earthnuts, goober peas, monkey nuts, pygmy nuts, and pig
Peanuts are usually eaten raw and used in candies, cookies, cakes, other sweets. It can be roasted and salted. Peanut butter, peanut soup are other recipes made with peanuts. Peanuts are used in making solvents, oils, used in medicines, textile materials. Dr. George Washington Carver was nicknamed “The Father of the Peanut.”
He had discovered over 300 practical uses for peanuts. He had published his research in a book named “How to Grow the Peanut and 105 Ways of Preparing it for the Human Consumption” in the year 1916. Many of the peanut discoveries made 100 years ago by Dr. Carver are used today.
NATIONAL PEANUT DAY ACTIVITIES
Catch a ballgame and eat some peanuts
The All-American Pastime isn’t complete without a delicious, hot bag of peanuts. Share some with friends!
Make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich
Relive the best after-school snack of your childhood, a gooey, sweet pb & j! Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane. It ends at your kitchen counter.
Read the “Peanuts” comic strip
We know that “Peanuts” ended national newspaper circulation in the 2000’s, But on National Peanut Day, check online and cherish the amazing work done by Charles M. Schulz. If your memories are too overwhelming, plunk down a nickel and let Therapist Lucy have a go! (If you’re too young for this reference, ask your parents.)
WHY WE LOVE NATIONAL PEANUT DAY
Peanuts are chock full of protein and fiber
Peanuts satisfy our cravings and help us maintain weight loss. Scientists found that eating small amounts of nuts daily helps dieters lose weight. Just make sure nuts are allowed in your eating plan.
Peanuts are a no-stress treat
What’s not to love? You crack the shell and enjoy!
Peanuts are packed with nutrients
Peanuts are abundant in lots of vitamins including B6, niacin, thiamin and vitamin E. Peanuts are also blessed with minerals like magnesium, potassium, manganese, zinc, iron and selenium. Think about that the next time you get ready to eat one. single. peanut.
How to Celebrate National Peanut Day
Celebrating National Peanut Day is simple. It is the best day to start eating a handful of nuts regularly to maintain a healthy diet. You can prepare your own peanut-based recipes for your family. It is a perfect snack roasted with salt and pepper. Share your Peanut day celebrations on social media using the hashtag #NationalPeanutDay.
