This not only feeds the peas but also helps with water retention if you have a dry spring. Plant peas 4-6 weeks BEFORE your ...

Soak the peas overnight in cold water. Drain and cover with water and simmer until they are soft. Drain the peas then put in a dish by the fire to keep warm. Melt the butter in a pan and fry the ...

Dig over the soil and add plenty of compost or well-rotted manure - this will help to improve the soil's moisture-retaining ability in hot, dry ... water the base of the drill and sow the peas.

If the peas are looking a little dry after 3–4 hours, add an extra 100ml/3½fl oz or so just-boiled water and continue cooking. By the end of the cooking time, the peas should be completely ...

Split peas are often used in soups. Split peas are perfectly named because they are specifically grown to be dried and halved. By splitting them in two, you have a nearly instant dried pea that ...