Swiss Creamed Peas
Indulge in the irresistibly creamy charm of Swiss Creamed Peas, a crowd-pleasing side dish that combines tender, vibrant peas with a rich, velvety Swiss cheese sauce. This easy recipe starts with a buttery roux, perfectly thickened with whole milk and heavy cream, and delicately seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The decadent addition of grated Swiss cheese melts into a luscious glaze that coats every bite of the sweet peas. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and comforting dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an elegant touch, and prepare to impress your taste buds with every creamy, cheesy forkful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup grated Swiss cheese
- 3 cups frozen peas, thawed
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, whisk in the flour to form a smooth roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is pale golden and bubbly.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, a little at a time, to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to season the cream sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and add the grated Swiss cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the thawed peas to the saucepan. Stir to coat the peas in the creamy sauce and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the peas are heated through.
Remove from heat and transfer the Swiss creamed peas to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy, cheesy side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1745 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 109.4 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.8 g | 309% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 1733 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.2 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.0 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.0 g | ||
| Protein | 74.7 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1472 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1988 mg | 42% | |
*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.
