Mushy Peas
October 20, 2005
Feeling a bit lazy today, I decided to try a recipe from jamie oliver's cookbook. I tried the mushy peas and they were fantastic. If you are running out of food and can't wait to eat, try this cheap delicious meal, serves 2 plenty.
You will need:
- 2 russet potatoes,
- 1 package of frozen peas (about 1 lb),
- 2 tbsp butter,
salt, pepper. Optional: mint or garlic (I highly suggest the mint).
Step One: Peel 2 medium sized russet potatoes (the brown potatoes); dice the potatoes up and toss into a pan of water with salt. Boil these potatoes on high for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are very soft.
Step Two: After the potatoes boil for 8 minutes, add the frozen peas to the pot. Cook the peas and potatoes for another 5 minutes. At this point, you should also add your sprig of chopped mint leaves if you have any - it tastes real great. Otherwise, you can flavor your mash with fresh chopped garlic at the end.
Step Three: Drain the peas and potatoes in a colander and return mixture to the pot (be sure to turn OFF the burner). Add 1 tbsp of butter and salt and pepper to taste. You optionally can add 3 tbsp of cream or veggie stock if your potatoes are a bit dry.
Step Four: Mash this up with a potato masher. Serve in bowls with a side of bread or whatever other thing you'd like to eat (fish, meat, etc.), or eat as a vegetarian dish by itself. Tasty bites.
