Irish matter of Fact Peas (Mushy Peas) |
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Prep Time: 480 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 500 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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You can also buy these peas canned but they are quite expensive and are so easy to make. These peas are also common in England as Pub Fare. I love them served with good Bangers (sausages) and a green saladWhat we call Baking soda in Canada is known elsewhere as bicarbonate of soda. Ingredients:
8 ounces dried split marrowfat peas (other may be substituted if not available) |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
3 1/2 cups boiling water |
salt |
pepper |
1 pinch sugar |
butter |
Directions:
1. Put the peas in a bowl, add baking soda, pour on the boiling water and soak overnight.
2. Next day drain and barely cover the peas with water, bring to a boil and simmer until tender and soft apprx 15-20 minutes, drain.
3. Add salt pepper pinch of sugar and the butter, stir and serve.
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