How to Cook Snap Peas

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Wash the snap peas in a colander with cold water.

   Take them out of the sink and place them inside a paper towel.
   
   Use a blotting motion to dry them.
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   Step 2: Inspect the snap peas.

   Remove any snap peas that have too many blemishes on them or cut off the blemishes and preserve the remaining snap pea. , Chop off the ends of the snap peas on each side. , Place the water on the stove.
   
   Adjust the temperature on the stove so it begins to boil.
   
   Once you notice steam coming from the pot, place the snap peas inside a netted steamer.
   
   Place the netted steamer inside the pot so it is submerged in the boiling water. , Leave the snap peas on the stove and inside the pot to allow the hot water to boil and cook the peas. , Remove the pot from the stove and place it on a cooling rack. , Place the snap peas on a dish.
   
   Place a spoonful of butter onto the peas.
   
   Season the peas with a dash of salt and pepper.
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   Step 3: Place the snap peas on the cutting board.

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   Step 4: Fill a 3-quart (2839 ml) pot with water.

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   Step 5: Cover the pot with the lid.

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   Step 6: Wait 5 minutes.

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   Step 7: Remove the netted steamer with the peas from inside the pot.

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