QUICK FRENCH PEAS RECIPE

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Bright green and festive for Easter, this side dish has a slightly sweet flavor everyone will favor. Water chestnuts add a nice crunch. "A friend shared this tasty recipe," pens Pat Walter from Pine Island, Minnesota. "It's a different way to present peas."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
8 cups frozen peas, thawed
2 cups shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute water chestnuts and onion in butter until onion is tender. Stir in the flour, sugar and salt until blended. Gradually add milk; stir in peas. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until peas are tender and sauce is slightly thickened. Add lettuce; cook until lettuce is wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Debra walsh
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This recipe is a keeper! The peas are so flavorful and the sauce is so creamy. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


md Rony akond
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The peas were so flavorful and the sauce was so creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Christopher Christy
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The peas are cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Brittany Soto
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The peas are so flavorful and the sauce is so creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ali king Ali king
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The peas are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Andrea Dood
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The peas were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Umair S
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This is a great recipe! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfectly. The peas are so flavorful and the sauce is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.