Best 6 Southern Cream Peas Recipes

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Southern cream peas, also known as field peas, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or snack. With their creamy texture and savory flavor, these peas are a staple of Southern cuisine and can be found on many restaurant menus across the region. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will provide you with everything you need to know to make the best Southern cream peas that will leave your taste buds tingling.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DELICIOUS CREAMED PEAS



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This recipe has been in my family for generations and is absolutely delicious!

Provided by Janet Gordon

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 pinch white sugar
ground black pepper to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans young peas (such as LeSueur® Very Young Small Early Peas), drained
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir flour, sugar, and pepper into the melted butter until smooth.
  • Remove saucepan from heat. Stir peas and milk into the butter mixture. Return saucepan to medium heat; bring to a boil while stirring regularly. Reduce heat and cook at a simmer until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 293.3 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

SOUTHERN STYLE LADY CREAM PEAS



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Lady cream peas, seasoned with smoked meat, onion, garlic and fresh herbs, pictured here with a side of my buttermilk sour cream cornbread and broiled chicken.

Provided by Deep South Dish

Categories     Main Dish, Side Dish, Beans

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-pound dried lady cream peas, soaked overnight
1/4 pound pork tasso or smoked ham, chopped
10 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Soak beans overnight to speed the cooking process.
  • Rinse and sort the peas and add to a Dutch oven or soup pot. Add the tasso or smoked ham and the water; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour.
  • In a separate skillet, sauté the onion in the butter until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook another minute.
  • Transfer the skillet contents, including all of the drippings, to the bean pot.
  • Add all of the seasonings, except for the salt and pepper, and continue cooking uncovered for another 1/2 hour, or longer, until peas are tender and liquid has reduced to consistency desired.
  • Taste, season with salt and pepper only as needed.
  • Serve with a side of cornbread as a main dish meal over rice, or as a side dish with your favorite meat.

CREAM PEAS



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In my search for a good cream pea recipe, I found many, but none that quite matched what I wanted. So I took to my own creativity and came up with this absolutely fabulous recipe. We love it so much we have this on the side quite often.

Provided by STEPHNDON

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups frozen green peas, thawed
⅔ cup water
⅛ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine peas, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then stir in butter.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together cream, flour, and sugar. Stir mixture into peas. Cook over medium-high heat until thick and bubbly, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 50.1 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 143.9 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

SOUTHERN CREAM PEAS



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Categories     Vegetable     High Fiber     Dinner

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb - fresh shelled cream peas
3-4 - slices of bacon, chopped
1 - small to medium onion, chopped
1 - clove garlic, minced
water (enough to cover peas)
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse the fresh peas. Add the chopped bacon and onion to a large pot. Cook until the bacon starts to render some fat and the onions are translucent. Add the garlic and the fresh peas. Add enough water to cover the peas. (about 1/2 inch) above the peas. Add some salt and lots of pepper. Bring the peas to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the peas are tender but still just a tiny bit firm. About a hour to a hour and a half. When the peas are done place in a serving bowl and add additional salt and pepper if needed.

CREAMED PEAS



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"I can still taste these wonderful peas in Mama's delicious white sauce. Our food was pretty plain during the week, so I thought this white sauce made the peas 'extra fancy' and fitting for a Sunday meal."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Cook peas according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add milk and sugar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Drain peas; stir into the sauce and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 271mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CREAMED SWEET PEAS



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Mom's garden in the '40s provided us with many delicious vegetables, but her sweet peas were the best. She would pick them fresh, shell them and fix the best creamed sweet peas ever on her huge wood stove. -Jean Patten, Pineville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup milk
2 cups fresh sweet peas or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the flour, sugar and milk. Stir in peas and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10-12 minutes or until peas are heated through and sauce has thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 24mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Fresh is Best: Use fresh, young peas for the best flavor and texture.
  • Shell Your Own: Shelling your own peas is a great way to save money and ensure you have the freshest peas possible.
  • Cook Them Right: Don't overcook your peas, as this will make them mushy. Cook them just until they are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Season Simply: Southern cream peas are a simple dish, so don't overcrowd the flavors. Season them with salt, pepper, and a little bit of butter or cream.
  • Serve Immediately: Southern cream peas are best served immediately after they are cooked.

Conclusion:

Southern cream peas are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed all summer long. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Southern cream peas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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