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Creamed Peas

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A quick and creamy side dish made with sweet petite peas enveloped in a rich, velvety cream sauce, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb frozen petite peas You can use fresh peas; just blanch them beforehand.
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup finely diced sweet onion or shallots Shallots can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cups half and half or light cream For a lighter version, use unsweetened almond milk.
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1 pinch nutmeg

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the finely diced onions or shallots, cooking until they become translucent, about 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in the all-purpose flour until it is fully absorbed.
  4. Gradually whisk in the half and half, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of nutmeg, stirring well.
  6. Mix in the frozen petite peas until they are well-coated with the sauce.
  7. Cook for 5-7 minutes over medium heat until the peas are tender, stirring occasionally.
  8. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

For an extra depth of flavor, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese just before serving. Always taste and adjust your seasonings.
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