Classic Creamy Peas with Pearl Onion
A simple and delicious recipe for creamy peas with pearl onions
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen peas or fresh if preferred
- 1 cup pearl onions peeled, frozen works well too
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- ¼ teaspoon sugar optional
Instructions
Cook the peas and onions
- In a medium saucepan, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pearl onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender. Add the frozen peas and cook for another 2-3 minutes, just until heated through. Drain and set aside.
Make the creamy sauce
- In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly to make a roux. Cook for about 1 minute until the mixture is lightly golden.
Add cream
- Slowly pour in the cream while continuing to whisk to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cooking until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Combine
- Add the peas and onions back into the saucepan. Stir to coat them with the creamy sauce. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a pinch of sugar if desired.
Serve
- Once everything is heated through and coated, transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with a little extra pepper or fresh herbs, if you like. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with turkey, stuffing, and all the other classic Thanksgiving sides.