PEAS WITH MINT AND MUSHROOMS

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Shelling peas may be time consuming, but it's also strangely fun. by concentrating on this one small chore, were forced to sit still. It's also useful for entertaining small children, although admittedly they tend to consume any peas that get shelled by their small fingers.

Provided by JANET JORDAN

Categories     Vegetables

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 c sliced button mushrooms
2 c shelled fresh peas or 1/2 pound frozen peas
2 Tbsp butter, unsalted
2 Tbsp chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • 1. Fill a 2 quart pot halfway with water; salt and set to boil.
  • 2. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a wide saute' pan or skillet. Add the mushrooms and saute' for 5 to 6 minutes, until they have absorbed any liquid they release. Set aside
  • 3. When water boils, drop in the peas and cook, uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the peas and combine with the mushrooms in the pan
  • 4. Add the butter, mint, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook over medium heat until the butter melts and the peas and mushrooms are heated through.

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