Step 1

Place the peas in a colander and rinse well. Transfer the peas to a saucepan with a steaming tray. Add a 1/2 inch of water to the bottom, and turn up the heat. Once the water is boiling turn down the heat and steam the peas for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Once the peas are tender, remove from the heat and drain.

Step 3

Melt the butter in the bottom of a clean saucepan. Add the steamed peas to the butter. Turn off the heat.

Step 4

Using a potato masher, mush the peas. Do not fully puree, but create a textured mush. Add the cream and mix thoroughly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Serve with fried battered fish and chips.