Savory Pease Pudding

A traditional English dish commonly served with ham or boiled beef. Also lovely served cold, spread on a chunk of bread and topped with a thin slice of ham. Prep time does not include the overnight soaking.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 500  g  dried split peas, soaked overnight
• 1  onion, finely chopped
• 1  sprig fresh rosemary
• 2  eggs, lightly beaten
• 30  g butter, softened
• 1⁄2 teaspoon white pepper
•  salt
• 2  tablespoons malt vinegar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350F.
2. Brush a 4-cup ovenproof dish with melted butter or oil.
3. Place first three ingredients in a large saucepanand cover with water; place lid on saucepan and cook over gentle heat until the peas start to split.
4. Drain peas and discard rosemary; mash and add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
5. Pour mixture into dish; place into a larger baking pan and fill that pan with water to come halfway up the side.
6. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes or until pudding sets.
7. Serve warm.