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Fieldstone’s own unique blend of nutritiously mighty and colorful lentils and peas. Ideal for adding eye appeal, flavor and texture to soups, salads and casseroles.
Our lentils and peas are grown in beautiful British Columbia on healthy organic soils.
It is part of Fieldstone Granary's coordinated Organic Producer plan, where crops are grown within one degree of separation, according to the high standards of the Canadian Organic Regime. This way Fieldstone can assure a high level of purity and integrity of the grain.
Fieldstone's soup mix can be prepared the day of serving since there is no need for pre-soaking. First, spread the mix out on a light colored plate or cooking surface to check for, and remove, small stones or debris. Place the mix in a strainer, and rinsethoroughly under cool running water.
To boil lentils and peas for use in recipes, use three cups of liquid for each cup of soup mix. Lentils placed in already boiling water will be easier to digest than those that were brought to a boil with the water. When the water returns to a boil, turn down the heat to simmer and cover and boil for 25-30 minutes.
These cooking times can be slightly adjusted depending upon the final use. If you are going to be serving lentil/pea mix in a salad or soup and desire a firmer texture, remove them from the stove top when they have achieved this consistency - typically 5-10 minutes earlier than their usual cooking time. If you are making daal or some preparation that requires a mushier consistency, achieving this texture may take an additional 10-15 minutes.
Store soup mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry and dark place, for up to 18 months. Cooked lentils will keep fresh in the refrigerator for about three days if placed in a covered container.
Whole Green Lentils, Whole Black Beluga Lentils and Split Yellow Peas.