Cream Peas

Indulge in the comforting simplicity of Cream Peas, a timeless side dish that combines tender green peas with a luxuriously creamy sauce. This recipe begins with a velvety roux made from butter and flour, perfectly balanced with whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of nutmeg for a touch of warmth. Sweetened slightly with a dash of sugar, these peas are seasoned to perfection with just the right amount of salt and pepper. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is a quick and easy crowd-pleaser, ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it alongside roasted meats or your favorite main dishes to elevate any meal with its irresistible, rich flavor. Keywords: cream peas recipe, creamy green peas, easy side dish, holiday sides, quick recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups frozen green peas
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the frozen peas in a bowl and let them thaw at room temperature, or follow the package instructions for quick thawing. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and bubbly.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour into the melted butter and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a smooth roux. The mixture should start to smell slightly nutty but not brown.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and stir for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Step 5

Stir in the heavy cream, sugar, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Add the thawed peas to the saucepan and toss them gently to coat evenly in the cream sauce.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender and heated through.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish. Enjoy your creamy peas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(713.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1069.0

Total Fat 73.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 211.3mg	0%
Sodium 1331.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.1g
Protein 25.9g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 385.9mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1124.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.1%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 27.0%