Alternatively, cook up a prawn risotto, stirring in the peas, a sprinkle of chopped fresh mint and a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving. For picnics, prepare a cold pasta salad and add ...

Use fresh garden peas, if you grow them ... For this recipe you will need a small food processor. Cook the peas in a saucepan of boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain and refresh under cold water.

Serve immediately with a simple green salad and some fresh crusty bread ... one minute and then add the king prawns and the garden peas. Cook for another three to four minutes, until the prawns ...

Cover and cook on low ... and stir in the fresh herbs and lemon juice. Give it a taste then add more lemon juice or salt and pepper, if you like. Drain the black-eyed peas when they are tender.