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Tender green peas enveloped in a rich, velvety cream sauce. This classic American side dish is pure comfort food, ready in under 15 minutes and perfect for holidays or a simple weeknight dinner.
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Add Peas and Seasonings
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Tender green peas enveloped in a rich, velvety cream sauce. This classic American side dish is pure comfort food, ready in under 15 minutes and perfect for holidays or a simple weeknight dinner.
This american recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 220.96 calories per serving with 9.76g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for side.
Simmer and Serve
Stir in 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped herbs like dill, parsley, or chives at the very end of cooking for a fresh, bright flavor.
Add 1 cup of finely diced, cooked carrots along with the frozen peas for a classic vegetable combination.
Add 2-3 strips of cooked, crumbled bacon or a 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the sauce for a savory, smoky twist.
Use plant-based butter, full-fat oat or soy milk, and omit the sugar or replace with a touch of maple syrup. A tablespoon of nutritional yeast can add a cheesy, savory flavor.
Peas are an excellent source of dietary fiber, which is crucial for maintaining a healthy digestive system, promoting regular bowel movements, and contributing to a feeling of fullness.
Green peas provide a significant amount of plant-based protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues, supporting muscle health, and overall body function.
This dish offers essential nutrients from peas, including Vitamin K for bone health, Vitamin A for vision, Vitamin C for immune support, and manganese, an important antioxidant.
A typical serving of this Creamed Peas recipe contains approximately 260-290 calories, depending on the exact fat content of the milk used.
Creamed Peas can be part of a healthy diet. The peas themselves are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and plant-based protein. However, the cream sauce adds fat and calories, so it's best enjoyed in moderation as a comfort food side dish.
Yes, you can use fresh peas. You should blanch them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain well before adding them to the sauce during the final 2-3 minutes of simmering.
To fix a lumpy sauce, you can pour it through a fine-mesh sieve before adding the peas. To prevent lumps in the first place, ensure you add the milk very slowly and gradually while whisking constantly.
Absolutely. You can prepare it up to 2 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The sauce will thicken as it cools. Reheat it gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of milk as needed to restore its creamy consistency.
Yes. To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Alternatively, you can make a slurry with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water and whisk it into the milk mixture to thicken the sauce.