Creamed peas

Creamed Peas 🫛

Creamed peas are a simple, creamy side dish made with sweet peas in a smooth white sauce. They pair well with chicken, mashed potatoes, or roast dinners.

Ingredients

• 2 cups green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Optional: ¼ tsp garlic powder or a pinch of sugar

Instructions

1. Cook the peas
   Boil the peas in salted water for 3–5 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Make the sauce
   In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to make a roux.
3. Add milk
   Slowly whisk in the milk. Cook and stir until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
4. Season
   Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
5. Combine
   Stir the cooked peas into the creamy sauce and heat for 2–3 minutes.
6. Serve
   Serve warm as a side dish.

Tips

• Add crispy bacon pieces for extra flavor.
• Stir in a little grated cheese for a richer sauce.
• You can also add small pearl onions for a classic version.

Approximate Nutrition (per serving – 4 servings)

• Calories: ~140
• Carbohydrates: ~14 g
• Fat: ~7 g
• Protein: ~5 g

If you’d like, I can also give you:

• Old-fashioned creamed peas with pearl onions
• Creamed peas and potatoes (very popular comfort food).