Creamed Ham with Peas

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Transform weeknight dinners with this comforting and classic recipe for Creamed Ham with Peas! Perfectly diced, smoky ham and tender, sweet peas are folded into a luxuriously creamy sauce made from a buttery roux, whole milk, and a splash of heavy cream. Seasoned with garlic, nutmeg, and a pinch of pepper, this dish delivers rich, nostalgic flavors that pair beautifully with a slice of crusty toast, a bed of fluffy rice, or your favorite pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an effortless yet elegant way to repurpose leftover ham into a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve a plateful of comfort tonight!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups cooked ham, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 0.5 cups onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened but not browned. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently.

3. Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture and whisk until the flour is fully incorporated and forms a paste (this is the roux). Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

4. Gradually add the milk, a little at a time, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth sauce. Once all the milk is added, pour in the heavy cream and whisk to combine.

5. Stir in the salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Allow the sauce to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.

6. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the diced ham and thawed peas. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the ham is heated through and the peas are tender.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

8. Serve the creamed ham and peas immediately over toast, rice, or pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (354.9g)

Calories		494
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		29.8 g	38%
	Saturated Fat	16.7 g	83%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		134 mg	45%
Sodium		1836 mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate		20.2 g	7%
	Dietary Fiber	2.5 g	9%
	Total Sugars	10.6 g
Protein		33.4 g	67%
Vitamin D		1.7 mcg	8%
Calcium		170 mg	13%
Iron		1.8 mg	10%
Potassium		623 mg	13%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1073 cal (55.7%%)

Protein: 531 cal (27.6%%)

Carbs: 322 cal (16.7%%)