Mushy Peas Recipe
British Bites
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- Yield:Serves 4
- Active time: 15 minutes
- Total time:15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon juice from 1 lemon
- Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint, basil or sage (optional)
Directions
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1.
Place peas, 1 tablespoon butter and water in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Cook, stirring often, until peas are thawed and soft and butter is melted, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and mash peas with a potato masher or wooden spoon until desired consistency is reached.
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2.
Add lemon juice and remaining butter and mix until butter is incorporated. Season to taste with salt and pepper adding optional herbs if using.