Creamed Peas with Pearl Onions Recipe
Tender peas and delicate pearl onions bathed in a luxuriously creamy sauce. A comforting and flavorful side dish.
Servings: 6
Cost: $5
Equipment
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter or bacon fat
- 2 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups frozen peas thawed
- 1/2 cup frozen pearl onions thawed
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium high heat and whisk in the flour. Cook the butter mixture until it begins to turn golden brown and has a nutty aroma, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Turn the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, garlic powder and cheese. Continue to whisk until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the peas and onions. Continue to cook until warmed through.
- Serve hot with more cheese, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 851IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg