How to Package Peanuts
Peanuts are sold at baseball games, the circus and used to create peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Peanuts can be shelled or unshelled. If you want to package peanuts to ship, give as a gift or to create a snack, peanuts need to stay away from excess exposure to heat, humidity and light to prevent them from becoming rotten. It is also important to make sure that your peanuts are stored in a tightly sealed container or bag. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Plastic containers
- Plastic storage bags with a zipper
- Paper gift bags
- Lid glass storage jar
Instructions
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Store shelled peanuts in a tightly sealed plastic container to enjoy a later date. Place the container in the refrigerator or freezer. Shelled peanuts should be kept in the refrigerator for two to three months and in the freezer for five to six months. Chop peanuts only when you eat or use them in a recipe.
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Purchase plastic storage bags with a zipper. Storage bags will keep out moisture, oxygen and steam. You can use these bags for storing or to add fruit, spices and other nuts and seeds with your peanuts to create a trail mix.
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Place peanuts in paper gift bags. This is great for holiday gifts, birthdays and social events. You can purchase paper gift bags at your local dollar store or online at the Alibaba or Ebay websites.
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Package peanuts in a glass storage jar with a tight lid. You can purchase decorative glass storage jars that match your decor or with funny cartoon animations.
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