Creamed peas and new potatoes is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. This versatile dish can be easily customized to your liking, making it a great option for picky eaters or those with dietary restrictions. Whether you prefer a creamy sauce or a more rustic dish, there is a creamed peas and new potatoes recipe out there to suit your taste. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CREAMED NEW POTATOES, PEAS AND PEARL ONIONS
Categories Milk/Cream Dairy Onion Potato Vegetable Side Thanksgiving Pea Fall Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook potatoes in pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool. Cut potatoes in half.
- Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over low heat. Add flour; whisk until mixture bubbles and thickens (do not brown), about 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to simmer, whisking often (sauce will be thick). Simmer until very thick, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Mix in cream and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in potatoes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to simmer before continuing, stirring often.) Mix peas and onions into sauce. Cook over medium-low heat until vegetables are heated through, stirring often, about 8 minutes.
CREAMED PEAS AND NEW POTATOES
Just a recipe a local farmer suggested to me to use with his potatoes and peas. I slightly modified it and it's very tasty.
Provided by Berta Rowland
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Boil potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Simmer peas in boiling water for 6 to 7 minutes, or until tender (do NOT overcook). Drain.
- Using the same saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a thick paste; gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Now add potatoes and peas to the sauce; simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring often. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 50.7 mg, Sugar 6 g
Tips:
- For the creamed peas, use fresh or frozen peas. If using frozen peas, thaw them before cooking.
- To make the creamed peas extra creamy, use a combination of milk and cream.
- Season the creamed peas with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
- For the new potatoes, use small, waxy potatoes. This type of potato holds its shape well when boiled.
- Boil the new potatoes in salted water until they are tender but still firm.
- Drain the new potatoes and toss them with butter, salt, and pepper.
- Serve the creamed peas and new potatoes together as a side dish.
Conclusion:
Creamed peas and new potatoes is a classic side dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy peas are rich and flavorful, while the new potatoes are tender and buttery. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
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