A Month Full of Peanut Butter Love
It’s November, which means it’s officially National Peanut Butter Lovers Month! To celebrate, we’re taking the time to acknowledge and celebrate the Texas peanuts that make peanut butter taste so great.
Did you know that one acre of peanuts will make approximately 30,000 peanut butter sandwiches? It’s true! With numbers like that, it’s no wonder why peanuts are considered to be one of the most sustainable food sources in the world. As one of the most affordable and nutritious crops in the world, peanuts are paving the way for a happier, healthier, and well-fed world.
Here are some more fun facts about Texas peanuts and the peanut butter that they make!
- Texas is the second largest peanut growing state in the country.
- Peanuts account for two-thirds of all snack nuts consumed in the United States.
- It takes almost 850 peanuts to make one 18 oz. jar of peanut butter.
- Harvard researchers have found that the more frequently peanuts and peanut butter are consumed, the more risk of type 2 diabetes may decrease.
- Frequent peanut and peanut butter consumption has been linked to lower BMI and body weight.
- Peanuts are a global favorite and are a central ingredient in many cuisines around the world, including places like Mexico, Africa, Asia, and beyond.
It’s no coincidence that Peanut Butter Lovers Month and Thanksgiving are in the same month! All month long, we’re spreading the love with some of our favorite recipes that show our love for both peanut butter and our favorite holiday of the year. Check out these 7 Recipes to Celebrate Peanut Butter Lovers Month to get your celebration off to the best start possible.
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