One microscopic blanching will usually soften the toughest of pods so that shelling is now easy. If you are preparing the amount for your freezer, then blanch the peas or beans four minutes and freeze after shelling.
The festive separated roller chart weighs approx 1-1/4 Lbs. area 4" x 8" x 8". No adjustments to make. Inflexible nylon bearings. Upper shaft fits most 100 watt hand mixers. If using a heavy drill-motor, pack some device under it, such as folded towels. Also a Pea Sheller hand crank is available for manual shelling. Do not leave hand crank on the job if you are shelling electrically.
