Description
This Creamed Peas recipe offers a rich and creamy side dish featuring tender peas enveloped in a buttery, smooth white sauce. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and finished with a touch of heavy cream, this comforting dish comes together quickly in just 15 minutes and serves 8. Ideal for pairing with roasted meats or as part of a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 2 cups whole milk (or half and half)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper)
- 4 cups frozen peas
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter: Place a medium-sized saucepan over medium high heat and melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter until fully liquefied.
- Add flour: Whisk in 3 tablespoons of all purpose flour to the melted butter.
- Make roux: Continue whisking the flour and optional ¼ teaspoon garlic powder into the butter until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated, forming a roux.
- Add milk: Slowly pour in 2 cups of whole milk (or half and half) while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
- Thicken sauce: Cook this mixture over medium high heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a creamy consistency, about 6 minutes. Then season with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon white or black pepper.
- Cook peas: Add 4 cups of frozen peas to the sauce and cook, stirring frequently, until the peas are heated through, about 4 minutes.
- Add cream: Stir in ¼ cup of heavy cream for extra richness and check seasoning; adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish with additional pepper, a small pat of butter, and freshly chopped chives or dill. Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy vegetable side dish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half and half for whole milk or omit the heavy cream.
- Fresh peas can be used but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Garlic powder is optional but adds subtle flavor.
- Garnish with herbs like chives or dill for a fresh touch.
- This dish pairs well with roast chicken, pork, or beef.
