Creamed Green Peas
Creamed Green Peas is the ultimate comfort food side dish, blending tender green peas with a velvety, Parmesan-kissed cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a fantastic option for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. A rich roux of butter and flour forms the base, while milk, heavy cream, and a touch of nutmeg create an irresistibly smooth and flavorful sauce that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the peas. Optional Parmesan cheese adds a savory depth, making it an elegant yet approachable dish. Serve this creamy classic alongside roasted meats, mashed potatoes, or as a cozy addition to any meal. Perfect for making simple ingredients shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen green peas
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the frozen green peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is slightly golden and no raw flour remains.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Add the heavy cream and continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and onion powder. Stir to combine.
Cook the sauce over medium heat, whisking frequently, until it thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cooked green peas. Allow the peas to warm through, about 2-3 minutes.
If desired, stir in parmesan cheese for added richness and flavor.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve the creamed green peas immediately as a side dish, garnished with a little extra parmesan cheese or black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.7 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 288 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 2170 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1115 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1212 mg | 26% | |
*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.
