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Peas, Green, Old, How to Cook

When peas are old they should be shelled, and soaked in water for some time before being cooked. If of superior quality they will only require soaking about half an hour, but if not, three or four hours will not be too much for them. An excellent dish may be made with old peas by soaking them as above directed, and then stewing them with a small piece of beef, or salt pork. The time required for cooking will of course depend upon the weight of the meat. It is best, however, to use as much water only as will barely cover the peas. Serve the meat and vegetables on the same dish, and as hot as possible. Time, half an hour for the peas. Probable cost, 6d. per peck.