Pea

Mushy peas are dried marrowfat peas which are first soaked overnight in water with sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), and then rinsed in fresh water, after… Read More »Why Are Mushy Peas Called Mushy Peas?

Preparation Place soaked peas into a saucepan and add 600ml (approx. 1 pint) of boiling water. Add sugar and salt to taste. Boil gently for… Read More »How Do You Cook Bigga Marrowfat Peas?

It’s a natural chemical reaction. After being picked, the sugar in a pea quickly turns to starch. The more rapidly they are heat treated and… Read More »Why Do Frozen Peas Taste Different?

However, canned peas — although not quite as healthy as their fresh or frozen counterparts — still pack a nutritional punch. This underrated vegetable is… Read More »Are Processed Peas Healthy?

For real traditional mushy peas, you must soak dried marrowfat peas overnight (at least 8 hours unless they are labeled “no soak”), then cook them… Read More »Do You Need To Soak Marrowfat Peas?

HOW TO COOK CANNED PEAS ON THE STOVE Prep Time: 5 minutes. Cook Time: 5 minutes. Total Time: 10 minutes. What is the best way… Read More »How Long Should I Cook Canned Peas?

Canned peas Sure you may have a package of frozen peas, but you may want to start saving your freezer space for actual meals. Canned… Read More »Can You Substitute Can Peas For Frozen?

Marrowfat Peas are packed with nutrients including Vitamin A, C, B1, Iron and Phosphorous and are rich in protein, carbohydrate and fibre. Are tinned processed… Read More »Are Tinned Marrowfat Peas Healthy?

If your mushy peas contain additional liquid, drain them before freezing as this will help to preserve their texture during the freezing process. Place your… Read More »Do You Drain Canned Peas Before Freezing?

Make it count: Unfortunately potatoes don’t count toward your five-a-day, but with a side of mushy peas you’ll be good to go. Are canned mushy… Read More »Are Mushy Peas One Of Your Five A Day?