Creamy Peas
Indulge in the velvety comfort of Creamy Peas, a quick and easy side dish that combines tender, sweet peas with a luscious, Parmesan-infused cream sauce. This recipe transforms simple frozen peas into a rich, flavorful accompaniment, thanks to the magic of a homemade roux and a blend of garlic and onion powder for depth. Finished with a touch of heavy cream and melted Parmesan, this dish is perfect for elevating weeknight dinners or complementing holiday spreads. Ready in just 15 minutes and sure to please all ages, Creamy Peas strike the perfect balance between simplicity and indulgence. Plus, it's easily customizable to suit your taste or pair with your favorite savory main courses.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes to create a roux. The mixture should turn a light golden color.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, making sure to remove any lumps. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Add the frozen peas to the saucepan and stir to combine. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the peas are heated through and tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts smoothly into the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm as a side dish for your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.3 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 171 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 1655 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 618 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1200 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.
