Honey Peanuts

Description
The sweet alternative to the unsalted peanuts - this honey-based peanut recipe has a golden secret: honey. But you can serve the sweet peanuts with other desserts or snacks if you want, while it then keeps a succulent aroma with the honey.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup water
 * 2 cups honey or sugar
 * 4 cups raw peanuts, shells and skins removed

Directions

 * 1) Preheat oven to 300° F.
 * 2) Combine water and honey (or sugar) in a saucepan. Bring to the boil, and stir until honey (or sugar) is dissolved, to make a syrup.
 * 3) Add peanuts. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring regularly, until peanuts are evenly coated, and no syrup is left in pan.
 * 4) Spread nuts out on baking sheets. Bake at 300° F for about 30 minutes to 1 hour until honey (or sugar) is completely dried.
 * 5) Gently stir the peanuts a few times while baking.
 * 6) Remove from oven and place on paper towels, let cool, and store in airtight containers.