Dr. S. H. AkbariRI YA Z V AL IMAMAD KHORA J IYA2018-01-042018-01-042016http://krishikosh.egranth.ac.in/handle/1/5810038784Peanut (Arachis hypogaea Linn) is a source of energy due to its high oil (48-50 %) and protein (26-28 %) contents. In fact, due to its high protein content, it is widely used as an alternative to meat protein, as it contains almost all essential amino acids. Peanut products reduce the cholesterol, lower the risk of heart disease and provide protection against cancer. Peanut has awakened of great interest as a source of low-cost protein to supplement human diets. In addition to the traditional food uses, peanut has also been successfully utilized in supplemented foods such as cookies, bread, breakfast cereals, peanut butter, popular drinks, extenders in meat product formulations, soups and desserts. In recent year, people has become more diet consciousenStandardizationThesis