Chili-Lime Peanuts

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Serving size 1 ounce. Makes 48 servings. Recipe adapted from AARP.
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​Ingredients
6 tablespoons lime juice
6 tablespoons chili powder
4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 cups unsalted cocktail peanuts

​Nutritional info per serving
​Calories:  110
Total fat:  9g
Cholesterol:  0mg
Sodium:  104mg
Total Carbs:   5g
Dietary Fiber:   2g
Protein:   4g
Potassium:  141mg

Directions

1. Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 250°F.
2. Whisk lime juice, chili powder, salt and cayenne in a large bowl. Add peanuts; toss to coat.
3. Divide between 2 large rimmed baking sheets; spread in an even layer.
4. Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, until dry, about 45 minutes. Let cool completely.
5. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

Tips:

• If you can only find salted peanuts, omit the added salt.
• Add the maximum amount of cayenne pepper if you want an extra hit of spice.