Creamed Peas
Creamed peas are a simple side dish of green peas simmered in a homemade white sauce. Velvety, buttery, and perfect alongside any hearty main.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups green peas frozen
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch sugar optional
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet or medium sized sauce pan over medium heat.
- Add the flour and whisk constantly for about a minute to form a smooth paste.
- Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Keep stirring until the mixture thickens—about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the peas, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar if you like.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, until the peas are heated through and the sauce is creamy.
- Serve warm, either straight from the pot or in a serving bowl.
Notes
Chef Jenn's Tips
- Don’t let the roux brown; just cook it enough to remove the raw flour taste.
- Slightly warming the milk before adding it helps prevent lumps.
- Whole milk gives the creamiest result, but lower-fat milk can work in a pinch.
- Try the peas before adding sugar; many are already sweet enough.
- Add fresh herbs like chives or dill if you want a little extra flavor or color.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 159kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 363mgPotassium: 276mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 829IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 1mg
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