Morrisons Marrowfat Peas, 500 g

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Step 4: Put the peas into a clean pan and add ⅔ of the water. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for approximately 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until the peas are soft and creamy. Add more of the remaining water if necessary to keep the texture loose and loose

By the way, baking powder cannot be used in place of the bicarb – it does not soften the peas liking baking soda does. Step by Step Instructions Your peas may take more or less time to cook than the recipe specifies depending how long they have soaked for and how much water your peas have managed to absorb

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I cannot wait to whip up this mushy peas recipe on Bonfire Night, which we always celebrate at home. If you are looking for ideas on how to cater for Bonfire Night, read my guide. Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat, add the falafels and cook for 10 minutes, turning regularly until they are golden brown all over. Bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)added to the peas whilst soaking helps retain colour and, more importantly, it helps to soften their skins, allowing them to absorb the soaking water. It is another vital ingredient.

Health benefit aside, homemade mushy peas can be cooked to the consistency that you prefer and seasoned as you see fit. So soft and creamy wholesome pea deliciousness is yours for the taking. IngredientsAdd the yellow split peas to a large heatproof bowl and cover with the boiling water. Cover and leave to soak for 24 hours. Step 3: Drain the peas and rinse in several changes of cold water to get rid of the bicarbonate of soda Step 2: Take off the heat and leave to soak for at least 6 hours, but preferably 12. At the end of the soaking time the water will look yellow and the peas will have swelled Dried marrowfat peas are normal green peas that have been left to mature and dry out on the vine before they are harvested. They contain a high proportion of starch, which lends itself to the celebrated soft and creamy texture of mushy peas. Tinned mushy peas also typically include added sugar, whereas this recipe does not, so these homemade peas are healthier.