Granny’s Creamed Peas are exactly what you’re hoping for from a classic home-cooked side dish! Creamy, hearty, and so, so rich, the peas are tender and bright and ready to just be scooped up! With crispy fried onions on top, Granny’s Creamed Peas really pair well with chicken or steak, or anything you could imagine! Mmmm, just like how Granny makes it!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 medium shallot, chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups half-and-half
- 3 cups frozen peas, thawed
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- nutmeg, freshly grated, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
Directions
Step 1 –In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Step 2 –Add the shallots and cook until just softened, but not browned, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3 –Add the flour and cook, while stirring, until incorporated and bubbly, about 1 minute.
Step 4 –Slowly add the half-and-half, while stirring, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 5 –Add the peas to the cream mixture and cook until the sauce has thickened and the peas are just tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 6 –Add the vinegar, the nutmeg, the salt, and the pepper and stir to combine.
Step 7 –Pour the pea mixture into a serving bowl.
Step 8 –Serve topped with the fried onions.
