Authentic British Mushy Peas Recipe

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WebInstructions. Place the peas in a large bowl or pan, add the baking soda and cover with 2 cups of boiling water. Stir well to dissolve the baking soda …

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1. Place the peas in a large bowl or pan, add the baking soda and cover with 2 cups of boiling water. Stir well to dissolve the baking soda and allow the peas to soak 12-hours or overnight.
2. Drain the peas and rinse under cold water. Repeat for a second rinse.
3. Place the rinsed peas in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Over medium-high heat bring the peas to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes until soft, tender and mushy. (See Note #2)
4. Stir the peas or mash to desired texture, then stir in the butter and mint if using.

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Traditional British Mushy Peas Downton Abbey Cooks

WebApr 9, 2020 · Drain and rinse the peas. Place in a medium-sized pot and add three cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat to …

1. Boil 4 cups of water. Dissolve the baking soda in the water. Put the peas in a bowl, and pour the boiling water over them, ensuring at least 3 inches of water above the peas. Leave the peas to soak for 12 hours.
2. Drain and rinse the peas. Place in a medium-sized pot and add three cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the desired consistency is reached. Once the peas have fully broken down add salt.
3. If the peas are too watery, continue to simmer with the lid off until it thickens to your liking. If the peas are too thick, add a little water. Taste again and add more salt if needed.
4. Once the peas are done they will start to thicken the longer they sit. If reheating them later or the next day, add a little more water.

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