Field peas, butter beans, and snaps are the kind of side dish that turns a plate into supper. Cook them gently with a little seasoning meat and serve with cornbread.
Field Peas, Butter Beans, and Snaps
Field peas, butter beans, and snaps are the kind of side dish that turns a plate into supper. Cook them gently with a little seasoning meat and serve with cornbread.
Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- Place peas or beans, seasoning meat if using, onion, water or broth, salt, and pepper in a pot.
- Bring to a simmer. Cook gently until tender, 35 to 55 minutes depending on the peas or beans.
- Remove seasoning meat. Chop and return any meat to the pot if desired.
- Stir in butter and adjust seasoning.
- Serve with cornbread.
Notes
- Do not boil hard; a gentle simmer keeps the peas from breaking apart.
- A splash of pepper vinegar is good at the table.
