The two major steps leading to diagnosis of celiac disease are: A small bowel biopsy to assess gut damage. For those with suspected dermatitis herpetiformis, skin biopsies will be taken of the skin near the lesion.
Fresh Peas, Sugar Snap Peas and Snow Peas. Prepare peas as state above for the variety of peas being cooked. To boil 1 1/2 to 2 pounds of fresh peas or a 10 oz. package of frozen, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a saucepan. Add 3/4 tablespoon of salt. Drop in green peas and boil uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes Begin checking for doneness after 1 minute.
1 In a large stock pot, cover peas with 2 quarts cold water and soak overnight. 2  If you need a faster method, simmer the peas gently for 2 minutes, and then soak for l hour. 3  Once peas are soaked, add ham bone, onion, salt, pepper and marjoram. 4  Cover, bring to boil and then simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.