Peanuts: The Illustrious History of the Goober Pea

(Part of the The Food Series Series)

by Andrew F. Smith

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The peanut's rise from a lowly bean to national favorite

The peanut is one of the most versatile and beloved of American food icons. In this first culinary history of the protein-laden legume, Andrew F. Smith follows the peanut's rise from a lowly, messy snack food to its place in haute cuisine and on candy racks across the country.

Chronicling how peanut consumption and production has changed throughout history, Smith...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0252073282

ISBN13:9780252073281

Release Date:December 2006

Publisher:University of Illinois Press

Length:272 Pages

Weight:0.95 lbs.

Dimensions:0.7" x 5.5" x 8.6"

Related Subjects

Agricultural Sciences Cooking Cooking Food Science History Holiday Cooking Vegetables Vegetables & Vegetarian

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