These creamy peas with mushrooms make a great side with mashed potatoes and chicken! Company always loves this one, and so does my husband. Not the boring everyday plain peas.
Prep Time::5 mins
Cook Time::15 mins
Total Time::20 mins
Servings::4
Ingredients
2 cups frozen green peas
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small chopped onion
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup light cream
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch ground nutmeg
Directions
Fill a small saucepan with 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil, add peas, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onions, and cook for a few minutes, or until tender. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms, and cook for 1 minute, constantly stirring. Gradually stir in cream and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring until smooth and thick. Stir in peas, and remove from heat. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.