Tag: Pea

Its name ‘marrowfat’ was coined around 1730 from marrow and fat. Another source says the peas were named because people wanted plump (fat) peas of the Maro variety, a Japanese variety introduced to the UK in the early 20th century. What are marrowfat peas called in America? And so after we got married, it was […]

Snap peas are also known as sugar snap peas and are a cross between snow peas and garden peas. The whole pod is eaten and has a crunchy texture and very sweet flavor. Snap peas may be eaten raw or cooked. What is another name for snap peas? The snap pea, also known as the […]

You can pop out the peas and serve them raw to kids to start. You can cut the whole pod into very thin slivers. Chop up the pods and saute until soft. Serve them whole, raw to kids 3 and over—or when they’re able to chew them well. Do you eat the whole snap pea? […]

1 1/2 minutes. Blanch the Shelled Peas: Once all of the peas are shelled, drop them into the pot of rapidly boiling water. Let them cook for just 1 1/2 minutes. Drain the peas quickly in a colander. How do you blanch peas before freezing? To freeze, wash shelled peas or butterbeans and blanch in […]

The delicate, fresh peas tucked inside the fibrous pods of English shelling peas are most tender and sweet when they’re cooked within a few hours of picking. Unlike edible-pod snow peas and snap peas, English peas must be popped out of their protective shells for eating. How do you peel English peas? To make them […]

Garden Peas: These are peas you typically see canned or in the frozen section. They are also more commonly found in farmers markets. Garden peas are typically 3-4 inches long and have tough pods that aren’t recommended for eating. What kind of peas used in canned peas? Green peas (garden peas) – Green peas grow […]

It always seems sad to compost empty shell-pea pods once you’ve shucked and eaten the peas. There’s still a lot of nutrients and flavor in the pods, so with a few steps you can turn the shells into a pretty green puree to use in sauces and pasta dishes. -Blanch the pea shells by adding […]

These tasty legumes can be grown during the coolest parts of the year here in Florida. In Central and South Florida, you can plant English peas from September through February. In North Florida, plant January through March. Two good varieties to grow in Florida are ‘Sugar SnapSugar SnapThe snap pea, also known as the sugar […]

There are lots of kinds of peas. Peas with edible pea pods include sugar, Chinese and snow peas. Snow peas, also known as sugar peassugar peasThe snap pea, also known as the sugar snap pea, is an edible-pod pea with rounded pods and thick pod walls, in contrast to snow pea pods, which are flat […]

Frozen peas, mixed vegetables recalled from grocery stores due to Listeria concerns. (CNN) The National Frozen Food Corp. issued a voluntary recall of frozen peas and mixed vegetables due to possible contamination of Listeria monocytogenes, commonly referred to as Listeria. Why are there no peas? Dry conditions due to lack of rain and supplemental watering […]

Sweet Peas are one of the favorite vegetables of kids and adults. You’ll love them straight from the garden. You can pick these little gems off the vine, shell them and eat them raw, for a delicious, and healthy snack. Sweet Peas are one of the hardier vegetables. What is the difference between garden peas […]

An immensely popular and high yielding maincrop dwarf variety of pea that features large pods of 8-10 peas each. With a great flavour, needing little support , it is excellent for successional sowing at 60-75 cm tall. Resistant to Fusarium Wilt and recommended for deep freezing. Which type of crop is pea? legume cropThe field […]

Snap peas are an excellent source of dietary fiber, but eating too much fiber can also cause stomach distress. In some cases, eating too much fiber can lead to gas, bloating, or abdominal pain. Can sugar snap peas upset stomach? Side Effects Of Sugar Snap Peas Sugar snap peas are rich sources of dietary fiber, […]

The main difference between an English pea and a snap pea can be found in the pod. An English pea has a waxier, more fibrous pod. It is not edible, so these peas must be shelled. A snap pea, on the other hand, has an edible shell that is less fibrous. Are snow peas and […]

Avoid older looking pods as the peas will not be as sweet. The first English peas can be eaten as is, but as the season progresses and peas are larger, you’ll need to cook them, albeit briefly: Blanching peas takes just a minute or two. Can you eat English peas raw? Garden peas are also […]

Peas are legumes (see Fertilizer below) and are a cool season crop that may be planted as early in the spring as the soil becomes tillable. Pea seed will germinate well at soil temperatures as low as 50°F, but germination is slow. What is the difference between field peas and garden peas? Field pea is […]

10 sweet peas to grow Lathyrus odoratus ‘St George’ Lathyrus odoratus ‘Promiscuity’ Lathyrus odoratus ‘Prima Ballerina’ Lathyrus odoratus ‘Percy Thrower. Lathyrus odoratus ‘Lipstick’ Lathyrus odoratus ‘Pandemonium’ Lathyrus odoratus ‘Geranium Pink’ Lathyrus odoratus ‘Hi Scent’ Which sweet peas have the most flowers? Said to be the most powerfully scented sweet pea available, ‘Matucana’ has small, but […]

Sugar snap peas are a cross between snow and garden peas. The pods of snow peas are flatter with small, premature peas, whereas sugar snap peas are more rounded. Both have an identical nutritional profile and very similar flavors. Still, sugar snap peas tend to be sweeter and more flavorful. Which peas are the sweetest? […]

Don’t boil peas—they are much better sautéed. Add frozen peas directly to pan with sautéed aromatics (garlic and/or shallots cooked in a few tablespoons of butter until fragrant) and cover pan to trap steam and heat peas through (this will take about 4 minutes). Do we need to boil frozen peas? The best way to […]

Frozen peas float when cooked Water, in a saucepan at about 10 degrees C, combined with peas at about -18C. Peas initially float in cold water before sinking so clearly the water is denser for a short period. How do you know when peas are cooked? Bring the water to a boil, then cover the […]