There are some newer varieties of sugar snap peas that are stringless and don’t require this step, which will typically be marked on the package.

Just like beans, peas and lentils are packed with protein and antioxidant compounds. Why don’t we eat more of them?

There are three main types of green peas: English, snap, and snow. English Peas: pods are too tough to be edible; peas must be shelled out. Snap Peas: pods are edible with fattened peas inside. Snow ...