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A spoonful of creamy green peas is held above a white bowl filled with the same dish.

Grandma’s Creamed Peas

Chef Jenn
Creamed peas take a humble bag of frozen peas and turn them into something smooth, buttery, and nostalgic. A fast white sauce brings it all together in under 15 minutes, making this the ultimate cozy side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 159 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups green peas frozen
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • pinch sugar optional

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a smooth roux.
  • Gradually add the milk, whisking as you pour to keep the mixture smooth. Keep whisking until the sauce thickens—about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the peas, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar if using.
  • Simmer everything together for 5 minutes, just until the peas are tender and the sauce is creamy.
  • Serve warm, either straight from the pan or in your favorite serving bowl.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Don’t let the roux brown. You're not making gravy—just cook the flour until it loses its raw taste.
  • Warm the milk slightly before adding it. This helps it blend more easily and reduces the risk of lumps.
  • Use whole milk for the best texture. Lower-fat options will work, but they won’t be as rich.
  • Taste before adding the sugar. Some peas are naturally sweet and may not need it at all.
  • Add fresh herbs like dill or chives for a pop of color and flavor if you're feeling fancy.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 159kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 363mgPotassium: 276mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 829IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 1mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword classic side dish, creamed peas, creamy peas, Grandma’s Recipe, old-fashioned recipes
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