Creamed Ham with Peas

Transform weeknight dinners with this comforting and classic recipe for Creamed Ham with Peas! Perfectly diced, smoky ham and tender, sweet peas are folded into a luxuriously creamy sauce made from a buttery roux, whole milk, and a splash of heavy cream. Seasoned with garlic, nutmeg, and a pinch of pepper, this dish delivers rich, nostalgic flavors that pair beautifully with a slice of crusty toast, a bed of fluffy rice, or your favorite pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an effortless yet elegant way to repurpose leftover ham into a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve a plateful of comfort tonight!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups cooked ham, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 0.5 cups onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened but not browned. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture and whisk until the flour is fully incorporated and forms a paste (this is the roux). Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually add the milk, a little at a time, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth sauce. Once all the milk is added, pour in the heavy cream and whisk to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Allow the sauce to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the diced ham and thawed peas. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the ham is heated through and the peas are tender.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the creamed ham and peas immediately over toast, rice, or pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1465.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2017.0

Total Fat 120.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 546.6mg	0%
Sodium 7429.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 45.7g
Protein 136.0g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 735.7mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 2714.9mg	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: 54.9%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 17.5%