Submariners Recipe Book

Pussers Mushy Peas

• Dried whole Peas, (Now sold in 500 gram. Pkts.)
• Bi-carbonate of Soda. (Dessert spoonful)

Half fill 3 - 4 pint saucepan with hot water, stir in the Bi-carb, pour in as many peas as required, soak overnight.

Rinse well, a couple of times. Cover peas with an inch or so of fresh water, salt to taste. Bring rapidly to the boil, turn down to simmer,cover, continue to simmer for 30 - 40 min.

Ensure pan doesn't dry out, top up if necessary.

Drain, mash with good dollop of butter, white pepper & vinegar can be added during the mashing process also.

Serve immediately with, - whatever.

A superb accompaniment to Battered fish and chips.

Has been known to make one fart. If served during a dinner party, blame the Dog!