Cookbook:Mushy Peas

Mushy Peas
Category	Pea recipes
Time	Overnight plus 30 minutes
Difficulty

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Mushy peas is a popular and characteristic British dish that has helped to give British cooking its well-deserved reputation. Mushy peas are often served with fish and chips.

Ingredients

• Dried marrowfat peas
• Water
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp sugar (optional, to taste)

Procedure

1. Place the peas in 2–3 times their volume of water, along with the baking soda, which speeds the soaking process.
2. Leave to soak overnight.
3. The next day, drain the peas, and place in a saucepan with enough water to just cover them.
4. Add the sugar.
5. Bring to the boil and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to help break up the peas.
6. Add water or reduce to the desired consistency.
7. Season to taste with salt and pepper.