Cream Peas
Indulge in the comforting simplicity of Cream Peas, a timeless side dish that combines tender green peas with a luxuriously creamy sauce. This recipe begins with a velvety roux made from butter and flour, perfectly balanced with whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of nutmeg for a touch of warmth. Sweetened slightly with a dash of sugar, these peas are seasoned to perfection with just the right amount of salt and pepper. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is a quick and easy crowd-pleaser, ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it alongside roasted meats or your favorite main dishes to elevate any meal with its irresistible, rich flavor. Keywords: cream peas recipe, creamy green peas, easy side dish, holiday sides, quick recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen green peas
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Place the frozen peas in a bowl and let them thaw at room temperature, or follow the package instructions for quick thawing. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and bubbly.
Sprinkle the flour into the melted butter and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a smooth roux. The mixture should start to smell slightly nutty but not brown.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and stir for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Stir in the heavy cream, sugar, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the thawed peas to the saucepan and toss them gently to coat evenly in the cream sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender and heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish. Enjoy your creamy peas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1069 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.3 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.9 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 211 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1332 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.9 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1125 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
