I’ve been re-living a cringe moment in my head the last few days. I don’t know what brings these old memories back to the surface, but when it happens, it takes days to shake it off.
When I was in college, I taught yoga classes. The yoga classes were part of a general fitness program on campus that students could attend at the gym. Every semester, we held a promotional event where each teacher taught a quick 5-minute segment to introduce their class. Students were doing 5 minutes of kick boxing, followed by 5 minutes of step aerobics, then 5 minutes of belly dancing and so on. I was on the schedule to end the event with 5 minutes of relaxing yoga. I stood on the side of the stage, awaiting my turn and trying desperately to fit the head set on my head. Nothing labeled 'one size fits all' has ever fit me, so why would a head set fit around my petite head on this day? Suddenly, time ran out and I had to go on stage regardless. I teetered the head set on my ears and thought if I could just hold my neck a certain way, it would stay up for 5 minutes. Mid-pose, the head set fell off my head and crashed down to the floor. Except, before the microphone hit the floor, it passed briefly in front of my mouth long enough to hear me say “Craaaap!” Except…I didn’t say crap. I said, well, you know…starts with an ‘sh.’ Did I mention I went to a Christian college? It was awful. The whole room froze: staring at me because I just said an expletive. So much for relaxing, calming yoga! My face turned red, and I wrapped up my session early and slipped off stage.
What does this have to do with peanut patties? Nothing, except that the color of these peanut clusters was the same color as my face that day.
If you've never had this chewy Texas delight, it tastes a little like a homemade PayDay candy bar: peanuts encapsulated in a soft, creamy caramel. Peanut patties are some of the best things found in gas stations in Texas. This recipe requires a candy thermometer. Don't be scared! Also, the red dye is optional.
Dear friends, thank you SO much for the good wishes on our move! I have arrived safe & sound in the beautiful green rolling hills of north eastern Kansas. However, our stuff has not arrived from California, so in the meantime I have baked recipes ahead of time to share with you.
These peanut patties are the perfect snack!Texas Peanut Patties
Ingredients
Instructions
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 356Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 59mgCarbohydrates: 52gFiber: 2gSugar: 49gProtein: 6g
Em (Wine and Butter) says
I had a goats cheese, beet and quinoa veggie burger for dinner tonight that was exactly that colour.. only probably not nearly as tasty... I LOVE the sound of a peanut patty - it sounds so delicious.
I also love that you have arrived safe and sound. I had more of your amazing pom jelly for breakfast this morning. Having something so delcious and so homemade just makes me smile every time I see the jar.
Speak soon sweet potato and good luck settling in! xox
Vicki says
Now I know what to make with the big bag of peanuts which our Mississsippi hunters bring us each fall. Sounds yummy! I'm glad you arrived safely, now hopefully the rest of your things won't be far behind! Welcome to Kansas!
Katy Manck says
My husband loves peanut patties, but they have to be "sugary" rather than chewy. Where do these wind up on the chewy to sugary scale?
If chewy, what temperature should I cook them to in order to get that sugary texture?
We do love being able to cook just enough of wonderful desserts - thanks to you!
Marisha says
These look amazingly familiar!! I can't wait to make my own. :)
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
Haha! Thanks for sharing that funny story, Christina! We all have moments like that I guess, but perhaps not as humilating! Glad you can laugh about it now, though. Congrats on your wedding dress and a successful move!
Julie @ Table for Two says
omg, girl! you found your wedding dress already?! i'm jealous! i haven't even begun looking yet..i have appointments in june..will keep ya posted! i loved your story..hahahah moments like that are the best stories to tell :) love the peanut patties, they look so girly and fun!
Krissy's Creations says
LOVE that picture of you in the dress! Amazing. And I love everything about these patties.
Kimby says
Lol, Christina, I've seen these in Texas gas stations. ;) That picture of you was so touching... you're a beautiful bride-to-be! Glad to hear you got moved ok, too -- hope the rest of your household belongings catch up with you soon!
Alyssa says
I've never heard of this, but they look great...I'll have to try them out soon!
Karly says
Oh, I have SO been there with the embarassing churchy moments. Thanks for making me relive it... ;)
(Mine involved the shouting the word "penis" instead of "peanut." I'm still dead from embarrassment.)
These peanut patties look delish, but the red color is totally throwing me off. Is there a reason to dye them red? Or just something you do for fun?