What can I do with Cow Peas?

[eco4560]

I planted them as a legume crop and they have done really well and there are plenty of dry pods on the plants ready to harvest. I tried some beans when they were young - and the seeds tasted - well - like beans. I suppose I shouldn't have been surprised. Didn't like the taste of the pods though.

So once harvested and processed I'll probably have about a kg of dry cowpea. Can I soak them and add them to casseroles and soups like you would use a borlotti bean? Any other suggestions?

[purplepear]

Try it if you get hungry enough but if you are feeling underwhelmed by the response then you could store them for next years summer green manure.

[eco4560]

I still have plenty of the seed that I originally bought - was a bit over zealous there.... I'm going to try adding them to soups and stews in winter to fill them out a bit. Will give a progress report when that happens.