PEA PUREE

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried peas
• 3 pints Water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon White pepper (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• 1/8 pound Beef brisket fat, chopped
• 1 large Large onion, diced (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• 1/4 cup Boiling water or soup stock (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))

Instructions

1. 1Pick over and wash the dried peas. Soak them overnight or for several hours in cold water. This will help them cook more evenly.
2. 2Put the soaked peas into a pot with the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the peas are dissolved, about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
3. 3Once the peas are soft, rub them through a strainer. Add a little boiling water or soup stock to adjust the consistency. Stir in the salt, sugar, and white pepper.
4. 4In a skillet, cook the chopped brisket fat until it turns a light yellow color. Add the diced onion and continue cooking until the onion is browned.
5. 5Serve the pea puree like mashed potatoes. Pour the cooked onion and fat mixture over the puree before serving. Serve hot.