All posts tagged: Pea

Vineyard Wild Rice with Fresh Peas and Pea Shoots

I just returned from what has to be one of the prettiest places is the USA. I never thought I would use the word  “bucolic” to describe a modern-day location. It seems like a word reserved for people describing life in Jane Austen’s time, but what can I say?…. Bucolic, right?! I always feel inspired in Martha’s Vineyard not only by the views but by the fantastic produce grown on the island. You can read my post from last years visit here. There are over 40 farms within its 100 sq miles and on many roads you can find  farm stands selling freshly harvested fruits and vegetables on the honor system…     The peas I found were sweet enough to eat right out of the pods. This is a great recipe to try with peas fresh from the garden or farmers market. All parts of the pea plant are edible and fresh pea shoots and tendrils add a lovely delicate flavor to this dish. I put this together after a trip to the farm stand and really loved …