Peas with Carrots
Peas with Carrots that’s perfect for Thanksgiving
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen peas or fresh if preferred
- 1 pound carrots peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup water or vegetable broth
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon sugar optional
- fresh parsley chopped, optional for garnish
Instructions
Cook the carrots
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1/4 cup of water or vegetable broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add the diced carrots, cover, and cook for about 6-8 minutes, until the carrots are tender but still firm.
Add peas
- Once the carrots are tender, add the frozen peas to the saucepan. Stir to combine and cover. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the peas are heated through.
Season
- Stir in the butter, salt, pepper, and sugar (if using). Continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes, letting the butter melt and the flavors combine.
Serve
- Transfer the peas and carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley for added freshness and color, if desired.
Notes
This dish is simple, sweet, and savory, making it a perfect side for any holiday meal. Preparing and complements turkey, mashed potatoes, and other Thanksgiving classics is easy.