Creamed Peas and Onions

Creamed Peas and Onions is a timeless comfort food side dish that combines tender peas and sweet pearl onions coated in a luxuriously creamy, flavorful sauce. This easy, 25-minute recipe starts with frozen vegetables, making it a fuss-free way to bring vibrant green and subtle sweetness to your dinner table. The silky sauce, made from a blend of butter, milk, and heavy cream, is thickened to perfection and seasoned with a hint of nutmeg for a touch of warmth. Ideal for holiday spreads or weeknight dinners, this dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and enjoy this classic side, bursting with homestyle charm!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Frozen peas
• 1 cup Frozen pearl onions
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1.25 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoons Nutmeg (optional)
• 1 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the frozen peas and pearl onions to the boiling water. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just tender. Drain in a colander and set aside.

Step 3

In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Once the butter has melted, whisk in the flour to form a smooth paste. Cook the mixture for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Slowly whisk in the milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking and cook until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked peas and pearl onions to the cream sauce. Gently stir to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 8

Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the peas and onions are heated through and the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1053.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1333.5

Total Fat 87.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 249.6mg	0%
Sodium 2566.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 41.3g
Protein 32.8g	0%

Vitamin D 134.2IU	0%
Calcium 526.6mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 1560.6mg	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: 59.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 30.4%