Deliciously Creamy Peas
A simple and delightful side dish that elevates frozen peas with a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Boil about a cup of water in a medium pot and add the frozen peas. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until bright green and tender. Drain the peas and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the all-purpose flour, stirring to combine. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Gradually pour in the whole milk while stirring continuously. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Add the salt and pepper, and optional sugar if desired. Stir to combine.
- Gently fold in the cooked peas, ensuring they’re well coated. Heat through for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure peas remain bright and tender, and adjust sauce thickness to preference with additional milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Find it online: https://a3mal.site/deliciously-creamy-peas/