Mangetout & Peppers

Hi everyone,

This is my first post on this very useful website!! My first question is with regards to Mangetout, I have been away and some of the pods have become tough and the seeds are fairly large. Is there anything I can do with these as the pods are too tough to eat!?

I have managed to grow 3 pepper plants which I have kept under a clouch since I planted them out in April; they are only a foot tall and not showing any sign of fruits, is this normal?

Thanks Ally