Pease Porridge

Directions

1. 1
   put the dried peas into a mixing bowl and cover with cold water. let them soak overnight.
2. 2
   drain & rinse the peas.
3. 3
   put the peas in a saucepan with the milk & cook them slowly over low heat. do not let the milk boil.
4. 4
   stir the peas occasionally so they don't stick to the pan.
5. 5
   when the peas are soft,(about 1 to 1/2 hours)take the saucepan off the heat & mash the peas into a smooth paste.
6. 6
   stir in the black pepper & salt.
7. 7
   put the mixture into a serving dish.