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Fresh Field Peas
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
 

One of the things we grow in our garden is field peas. Looking for a simple recipe that relies on the field peas' natural flavor, then this recipe is for you. There's only three ingredients necessary: field peas, salt and butter. Feel free to modify the salt and butter to your taste.

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fresh field peas recipe
Author: Tracy
Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh field peas (removed from pods)
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions

  1. Rinse your fresh peas. 

  2. Add your water and peas to a saucepan and bring to a boil.

  3. Simmer for 20 minutes.  Make sure your lid is ajar about half way to prevent the water from completely steaming away.

  4. You should have about 2 tablespoons of water left when done.  Remove from heat and drain.

  5. Add butter and salt to taste.