Northwest Florida Daily News, Fort Walton Beach, Linda Murchison column.(Recipe)(Column)

Byline: Linda Murchison

Aug. 24--Green peanuts have started appearing on the shelves of local grocery stores. It's funny, but I don't remember having ever seen them there before. In the past, you had to know someone who grew them or find them at a farmer's market. Boiled Green Peanuts

1 pound green peanuts, unshelled Water to cover 5 tablespoons salt 1 tablespoon cayenne, optional 1 whole clove garlic, optional

1 dried red chili, optional Wash the peanuts well. Place them into a pot and cover with water. Add the salt and stir well.

At this point, add the optional ingredients, if desired. Cover the pot and …