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Creamed Peas

Grandma's old fashioned cream peas recipe is ready in just 10 minutes!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 1051 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed (or about 2 cups canned peas, drained)
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup whole milk, half-and-half, or heavy cream

Instructions

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  1. Cook the peas according to the package directions. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
  2. Meanwhile, in a saucepan or small skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Whisk in the flour, salt, and pepper until blended. Cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute. Gradually stream in the cream, stirring until thickened, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in the peas; gently toss to coat in the cream sauce.

Notes

  • How to cook Le Sueur sweet peas or other canned peas: Empty the contents of the can into a saucepan (including the liquid in the can). Heat on the stovetop just to boiling; drain, and then use in the recipe as instructed. For the microwave, place the contents of the can in a microwave-safe bowl, cover, and heat for about 1 - 1 ½ minutes; drain, and use in the recipe as instructed.
  • Cook your peas to your desired level of doneness. If you like really soft peas, cook them longer. If you prefer crisp-tender, bright green peas, watch them closely and don't cook them for too long.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/4 of the recipe Calories 105.1kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 12.5g (4%) Protein 4.8g (10%) Fat 4.1g (6%) Saturated Fat 2.5g (13%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g Monounsaturated Fat 1.1g Cholesterol 11.5mg (4%) Sodium 235mg (10%) Potassium 156.6mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4.9g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1051

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/4 of the recipe
Calories 105.1kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 12.5g 4%
Protein 4.8g 10%
Fat 4.1g 6%
Saturated Fat 2.5g 13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 1.1g 6%
Cholesterol 11.5mg 4%
Sodium 235mg 10%
Potassium 156.6mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4.9g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.