Smoked Peanuts

Thanks to Monika for this recipe suggestion. We plan on trying this out soon and will post the results.

Smoked Peanuts Ingredients
(2 cups) plain uncooked peanuts
(1/2 c) hot pepper sauce
 peanut oil
salt to taste

Preparation: Combine peanuts with hot sauce in a small bowl, let stand for about 30 minutes. Thickly coat a 23 cm x 33 cm (9” x 13”) glass or ceramic baking dish with peanut oil. Add the peanuts, stir and spread to a single layer. Sprinkle with salt.

Smoking Method:  Preheat the Smoker to around (200°F). Place baking dish with peanuts on the top rack of the smoker and using Mesquite  flavor bisquettes/chips roast until peanuts are browned and dry approximately 50 to 60 minutes. Transfer peanuts to absorbent paper to cool. Serve immediately or keep in a covered jar for several days.