IRISH "MATTER OF FACT PEAS" (MUSHY PEAS)

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Irish

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.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 8h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • Put the peas in a bowl, add baking soda, pour on the boiling water and soak overnight.
  • 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.
  • Add salt pepper pinch of sugar and the butter, stir and serve.

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