Herbed Beans
Ein New Kochbuch. Marx Rumpolt. 1581, Transcribed by Dr. Thomas Gloning; Translated by Gwen Catrin von Berlin.

30. Nimß Bonen/ quell sie in einem Wasser/ vnd zeuch die Häeutlein davon hinweg/ machs eyn mit Erbeszbrüeh vnd guter frischer Butter/ auch grüenen wolschmeckenden Kräeutern/ die klein gehackt seyn/ lasz damit auffsieden/ vnd versaltz es nicht/ so werden sie gut vnd wolgeschmack.

30. Take beans/ poach them in a water/ and pull the skins off make them with a peabroth and good fresh butter/ also green welltasting herbs/ that are chopped small/ let simmer therewith and do not oversalt it/ so they will be good and welltasting.
1/2 lb
Dried Black Eyed Peas
3 C
Vegetable Brothy
4 T
Butter
2 T
Fresh Parsley
1 1/2 t
Fresh Thyme
1 1/2 t
Fresh Marjoram
1 1/2 t
Fresh Tarragon
1/2 t
Salt
1/2 t
Pepper

Soften peas. Add softened peas to veggie broth with butter, herbs and spices. Cook uncovered on a vigorous boil. When most of the liquid has been absorbed, reduce heat. Takes about 45 min to an hour.