Creamed Peas Recipe
Servings 6 servings
Calories 197kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb package frozen petite peas
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
- 1/3 cup finely diced sweet onion or shallots
- 2 cups half and half or light cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- pinch nutmeg
Instructions
- In a medium size saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions cooking until translucent, about 2 minutes, Add flour, stirring until absorbed.
- Gradually whisk in half and half. Bring to a gentle boil then add salt, black pepper, garlic, onion powder and nutmeg. Add peas, mix until coated with sauce.
- Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or just until peas are tender. Stir occasionally.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 433mg | Potassium: 241mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 834IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg