Pease Pudding
["2 c. dry split peas", "1 tsp. salt", "1/4 tsp. pepper", "2 c. water", "4 Tbsp. butter", "garlic or onion powder (optional)"]
["Wash peas thoroughly.", "Bring water to a boil and drop peas in. Reduce heat and simmer until peas can be mashed easily (about 1 hour).", "Remove from heat and mash well to a puree.", "Return peas to the pan and add salt, butter and seasoning, stirring constantly.", "Transfer to a serving dish.", "Serve warm."]
["peas", "salt", "pepper", "water", "butter", "garlic"]