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Creamed Peas Recipe

Creamed Peas Recipe
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Creamed Peas are a simple, comforting side dish that can be prepared in just minutes! This classic creamed peas recipe is made with just four basic ingredients and makes for a delicious addition to holiday meals yet is easy enough for weeknight dinners! Easy peasy!

Ingredients

For the Creamed Peas:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 2 cups whole milk or half and half
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper or black pepper
  • 4 cups frozen peas
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Melt butter over medium-high heat in a medium-sized saucepan. Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan and melt over medium-high heat.
  2. Whisk the flour and garlic powder (if using) into the butter until incorporated and smooth. Add the all-purpose flour and garlic powder to the melted butter, whisking until smooth.
  3. Slowly whisk in the milk and cook, stirring frequently, over medium-high heat until the mixture has thickened, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Gradually pour in the whole milk or half and half, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add the peas and cook, stirring frequently, until the peas are heated through, about 4 minutes. Stir in the frozen peas and cook until heated through.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and check for seasonings. Add the heavy cream and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Garnish with additional pepper, butter, fresh chopped chives, or dill. Serve and enjoy! Add garnishes of choice before serving.

Notes

  • To Store: Leftover creamed peas should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in the microwave and heat at 50% power in 30-second increments or warm slowly over low heat on the stove.
  • To Freeze: Transfer cooled creamed peas to a freezer-safe Ziploc bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Canned peas can be used in this recipe, but they should be added at the very end and cooked for only a couple of minutes; otherwise, they will turn mushy.

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