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Wynnie Chan

Peas fact file
Green peas are tiny, but as the saying goes, 'good things come in small packages'
Peas are:
 1 Packed with vitamins and minerals, and are low in calories and fat.
 2 High in iron. This mineral is needed to form and maintain healthy blood cells.
 3 High in folic acid and vitamin B6. This powerful combo helps to lower homocysteine levels in the blood. Homocysteine encourages bad cholesterol to block heart arteries.
 4 Rich in other B complex vitamins, which are needed for the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
 5 A good source of vitamin K,  which keeps your bones strong and helps blood clot.  
 6 High in vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant. It neutralises  damage caused by harmful free radicals and  prevents cancer.
 7 Rich in soluble fibre, which lowers 'bad' blood cholesterol levels and  helps to prevent heart disease and strokes.
 8 A source of lutein. This carotenoid has a proven record of helping to lower the chances of cataracts and other eye problems.
Peas are always available, either as fresh or frozen, or even canned. Fresh is not always best, however. Frozen peas are processed immediately after they are harvested at their nutritional and freshness best. Most fresh peas, on the other hand, spend time in shipping, and then they sit on store shelves. Some nutrients in peas are sensitive to light and heat. So, while the peas are waiting around, these nutrients are fading. In the freezing process, they are captured immediately. Frozen peas contain 34 per cent more vitamin C than fresh ones. Try this easy peasy pea soup using frozen peas. You and your family will love it
Pea soup
 Serves 4
 1 medium onion, chopped
 1 large potato, peeled and chopped
 1 garlic clove, crushed
 850ml chicken or vegetable stock
 150ml milk
 500g frozen green peas
 Method
 1 Put the onions, potato, garlic and stock into a large saucepan and bring to  a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potato is  soft.
 2 Add the milk into the pan and bring  to a simmer, then add the frozen peas and simmer for 5 minutes.
 3 Stir in the mint, then blitz the contents to a puree using a handheld mixer or you can pour the soup into a food processor.



Peas please