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my mom's creamed pearl onions and peas

(6 ratings)
Recipe by
Zelda Hopkins
Webb City, MO

My Mom used to make this dish all the times. When I was younger it was the only way I could eat peas.Its a simple dish but it is really delicious.I hope you like it also.

(6 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For my mom's creamed pearl onions and peas

  • 2--10oz bunch
    pearl onions
  • 2-10oz c
    peas,fresh unshelled or canned
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • 3 Tbsp
    all purpose flour
  • 2 c
    milk, warmed
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    pepper

How To Make my mom's creamed pearl onions and peas

  • 1
    In 10-inch skillet, heat 1-inch water to boiling over high heat. Add onions; if peas are fresh add peas; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender.10-15 minutes.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, prepare white sauce; In heavy 2 quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add flour and cook, stiring, 1 minute. With wire whisk, gradually whisk in hot milk, cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with wooden spoon, until mixture has thickened and boils.Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently,3 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper;Remove from heat.Return onions and peas to skillet.Add sauce and cook, stirring, until heated through.
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