Pease Pottage

Directions

1. 1
   Place peas in a bowl and add water to cover by 3 inches.
2. 2
   Leave overnight for cooking in the morning or soak all day to cook for dinner.
3. 3
   Drain peas and discard water.
4. 4
   Place peas and bacon in a large pot and add 8 cups fresh water.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn heat down to gently simmer for 2 hours or until peas are soft and easily mashed.
6. 6
   Add water if necessary to keep from burning.
7. 7
   Serve with pilot crackers (the modern equivalent of ship's biscuit) and beer for a true shipboard meal.