Simple Fresh Buttered Peas English Peas Recipes

EASY STEAMED ENGLISH PEAS

Steps:

• Combine peas and 1/4 cup water in a medium saucepan.
• Cover and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
• Cook, stirring once or twice and lowering heat as needed to maintain a simmer, until peas are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
• Drain peas, return to pan, and stir in butter, herbs, salt and pepper.

SIMPLE FRESH BUTTERED PEAS (ENGLISH PEAS RECIPE)

Steps:

• Bring a saucepan of water to a hard boil.
• While waiting for the water to boil, shell the peas into a colander and rinse them. You should have about 2 1/2 cups after shelling.
• Boil the peas for about 60 seconds. When they all rise to the top, they're done. Remove them from the heat and drain immediately.
• Toss the warm cooked peas with the butter and salt.

BASIC BUTTERED PEAS

Steps:

• Shell the peas if using fresh peas, if using frozen defrost fully before cooking. Bring the water to a rapid boil. Stir in the salt and add the peas. Boil the peas for 1 minute or until they are cooked. Drain the peas when done and add peas to a wide skillet over high heat. Toss in pan until fully dry. Add butter and salt and pepper to taste. Add any optional additions if you choose, and combine.

BUTTERED PEAS

Steps:

• In a saucepan bring 3 cups water to a boil and add peas and salt to taste. Simmer peas until tender, 3 to 8 minutes, and drain. In a bowl toss hot peas with butter and salt and pepper to taste.

STEAMED ENGLISH PEAS WITH BASIL BUTTER

Steps:

• Combine the first 4 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring until blended. Set aside.
• Arrange the fresh peas in a vegetable steamer over boiling water. Cover and steam for 10 to 15 minutes or until the peas are tender. (If using frozen peas, follow package directions!). Remove the peas from the steamer and spread the butter over the peas. Let it melt evenly and stir. Serve immediately.