Creamed Peas and Mushrooms
Creamed Peas and Mushrooms is a comforting and elegant side dish that combines the earthy richness of sautéed button mushrooms with the natural sweetness of tender peas, all enveloped in a velvety cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe features a luscious roux made from butter, flour, milk, and heavy cream, seasoned to perfection with hints of garlic, black pepper, and optional nutmeg for a subtle warmth. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is as visually inviting as it is flavorful, making it the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats, holiday feasts, or weeknight dinners. Ready in just 30 minutes and packed with creamy, savory goodness, it’s a classic comfort food staple your family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 227 grams Button mushrooms
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 300 grams Frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil over medium heat until melted.
Clean and slice the button mushrooms. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and have released their moisture.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the mushrooms. Cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Push the mushrooms to one side of the skillet and melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the empty space.
Sprinkle the flour into the melted butter and whisk for 1-2 minutes to make a roux. This helps to thicken the sauce.
Gradually pour in the milk and whisk constantly to smooth out any lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken.
Stir in the heavy cream, and combine everything in the skillet. Add the frozen peas and mix well.
Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg if using. Let the mixture cook for another 5-7 minutes over medium-low heat until the peas are tender and the sauce is creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1727 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.0 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.9 g | 365% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2788 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.3 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1927 mg | 41% | |
*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.
