Welcome to our series sharing Food Holidays: September 12th, 2021. It’s National Peanut Day and I can tell you if David knew this he would purchase Peanuts for himself which he loves. Just as I do. As for Charlie not so much. How about you?
National Peanut Day
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 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. Peanuts can be 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, of Peanuts salted or not, and savor the flavor.
NATIONAL PEANUT DAY ACTIVITIES
- Watch a Ballgame and eat Peanuts because the All-American Pastime isn’t complete without a delicious, hot bag of Peanuts. Share Peanuts with friends!
- Make a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich and relive the best after-school snack of your childhood, a gooey, sweet PB & J! Take a trip down memory lane which ends at our kitchen counter.
- Read the “Peanuts” Comic Strip because we know “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
- Did you know 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 the 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 and they are abundant in lots of Vitamins including B6, Niacin, Thiamin and Vitamin E. Peanuts are also contain Minerals like Magnesium, Potassium, Manganese, Zinc, Iron and Selenium. Think about that the next time you get ready to eat a Peanut.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
