Green Peas and Dumplings
Cozy up with a bowl of comforting Green Peas and Dumplings, a simple yet satisfying dish that combines tender dumplings with a creamy, herb-infused broth brimming with vibrant green peas. Perfect for weeknight dinners or chilly evenings, this recipe highlights pantry staples like all-purpose flour, frozen peas, and chicken or vegetable broth, making it as convenient as it is delicious. The light, fluffy dumplings are crafted with cold butter and milk, then steamed directly in the simmering pot to absorb the rich, savory flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is a heartwarming twist on classic comfort food, ideal for family meals or meal prepping. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and a gourmet touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups frozen green peas
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (for dumplings)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.5 cup whole milk (for dumplings)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of flour over the onions and garlic, stirring well to create a roux. Cook the roux for 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to ensure no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the frozen green peas, 1 cup of milk, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper. Stir well and allow the mixture to simmer while you prepare the dumplings.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of flour, baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly stir in 0.5 cups of milk until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Using a spoon or small scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough directly into the simmering broth. Do not crowd the pot, as the dumplings will expand.
Cover the pot with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes, ensuring the dumplings cook through and become fluffy. Do not lift the lid during this time to allow the dumplings to properly steam.
Once the dumplings are cooked, stir gently to incorporate them with the peas and broth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the green peas and dumplings into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.7 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1944 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 490 mg | 10% | |
*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.
