Technically peas are not a vegetable but a small legume, in the bean family (Fabaceae) like lentils, peanuts, and chickpeas.

Snap peas are ready to harvest when both the pods and the peas are plump but not yet rigid. The pod should snap like a fresh ...

Cooking times vary greatly depending on when the green peas were harvested. Young, small ones require less cooking than older, starchy ones. Raw: Although a bit starchy, fresh green peas can be eaten ...

Winter is the season when you get high-quality fenugreek leaves and fresh green peas in the farmer’s market. Therefore, it is the season when you will also witness many restaurants adding this ...

Cooking times vary greatly depending on when the green peas were harvested. Young, small ones require less cooking than older, starchy ones. Raw: Although a bit starchy, fresh green peas can be eaten ...

Select fresh peas with bright green pods that are firm and plump. Peas don't need fussy preparation when they're in season. Boil them briefly until just tender, add a knob of butter and season ...

A quick and easy midweek pasta dinner. Adding peas to the pesto gives a lovely natural fresh flavour. Use fresh garden peas, if you grow them, instead of petits pois. We have used cashew nuts ...

Plant two seeds in each 3-inch pot or several seeds 2 inches apart in a long rectangular container. Once the seedlings reach ...

Green peas are little green gems full of sweet flavour and healthy nutrients. Since fresh peas are available in winter, here are some lip-smacking recipes you must try this season: Give a green twist ...

Add the prawns and peas to the pasta and pour over the ... Serve immediately with a simple green salad and some fresh crusty bread. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil.