Creamed Peas
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Creamed Peas
Description
Creamed Peas are created by cooking frozen peas in a béchamel-like sauce made from butter, flour, and milk. Starting with a roux formed by melting butter and whisking in flour over medium heat, milk is gradually incorporated to develop a smooth, lightly thickened sauce. The peas are then stirred in and gently heated until thoroughly warmed, preserving their texture and sweetness. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper, the dish showcases a velvety sauce that coats the peas evenly without overpowering them. The method allows for adjusting thickness by adding more milk if the sauce becomes too thick. This preparation yields a warm, creamy side that pairs well with a range of main courses and adds richness and mild flavor to the meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (or cream)
- 1 (12-ounce) bag peas about 2 cups, frozen
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter over medium heat in a small skillet or sauce pan.
- Add flour and whisk for about 30 seconds to form a roux.
- Add milk a little at a time to form the sauce, whisking constantly. You want the sauce to have the consistency of a thin gravy or béchamel sauce. Heat gently and avoid bringing the sauce to a boil.
- Stir in the peas and continue gently stirring until peas are heated through. About 7-8 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce becomes too thick, add more milk, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Sauté finely chopped onion in butter until translucent before adding flour for extra depth of flavor.
- Add cooked or roasted red potatoes to the creamed peas to create a heartier dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 89kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 68mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 100mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 292IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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