creamed peas

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on Feb 5, 2025

These sweet Creamed Peas with Pearl Onions combine green peas and pearl onions with a luscious cream sauce, made easily with a roux, into the best side dish ever. With just seven ingredients and a few minutes, you can have this comfort food like grandma made on your table.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces fresh pearl onions
  • 4 tablespoons butter, unsalted
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 1/2 cups frozen peas
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 pinches ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 - splashes heavy cream (optional)

How To Make creamed peas

  • Step 1
    Slice off the root ends of the pearl onions and drop them into boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Pinch the stem end, and the peeled pearl onion will pop out. Set them aside.
  • Step 2
    In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and continue whisking until the mixture is a light golden brown. Slowly whisk in milk and continue whisking until the mixture thickens slightly, 2-3 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add peas and pearl onions (that were set aside). Simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the peas are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add a little nutmeg and a splash of cream.

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Category: Vegetables
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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