A peanut is a plant seed that grows in underground pods and tastes like a nut. Peanuts are often called groundnuts. It has a high content of proteins, fats, carbohydrate and calories. Peanuts produce excellent oil, which is used for salads and cold dishes as well as for frying. Peanuts also produce peanut butter. Peanuts are available whole, de-shelled and de-skinned and raw or toasted. Roasted peanuts are eaten alone or mixed into candies, cookies, pies, and other bakery products. Some ice cream is flavored with peanut butter. Peanut bread is made from ground peanuts. They are rich in proteins and low in starch. Peanuts are sometimes sold fresh as boiled peanuts. Peanuts are used in all different varieties in everything from salads to main courses and desserts.