Petits Pois—Peas

Whichever way they are to be cooked and served, peas should be very green, freshly gathered and shelled at the last minute. This is one of those vegetables which easily lose their quality if not cooked carefully. When prepared with care the flavour of peas is of incomparable delicacy but the slightest negligence will result in a vegetable of poor flavour and little value.