Buttered Mashed Peas

Ingredients

• peas
• salt
• pepper
• butter
• sugar (optional)

Method

1. 1 Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the peas and do not cover the saucepan.
2. 2 Boil for 10 to 20 minutes, or until the peas are soft enough to be easily mashed.
3. 3 Drain the water completely from the peas.
4. 4 Season with salt, pepper, butter, and a little sugar if desired. Mix gently with a fork to avoid breaking the peas.