Mixed Bean Stew

Preparing the peas Rinse the crushed dry peas, whole dry peas, and pea flakes separately.

Cooking the beans In a large pot, combine the rinsed crushed dry peas, whole dry peas, pea flakes, green peas, frozen green peas, fresh green peas, cocoa beans, mung beans, Turkish beans, soy meat, soy sprouts, soybeans, black-eyed beans, and dry white beans.

Adding water Add enough water to the pot to cover the beans by 2 inches.

Simmering the stew Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until the beans are tender, about 2 hours.

Seasoning the stew Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving Serve hot as a main dish or with rice.