Artificial Flavors Free Classic Creamed Peas
Creamed peas have a way of making even the simplest weeknight dinner feel a little more special, and this version delivers that old-fashioned comfort without a single shortcut ingredient. The sauce starts with a classic butter-and-flour roux, then gets built up with whole milk until it's silky and thick enough to cling to every pea. A pinch of nutmeg and black pepper round out the flavor in a way that feels warm and complete — no flavor packets, no powdered seasoning blends, nothing you'd need to second-guess on a label. Frozen peas thaw quickly and cook up bright green in just a few minutes, making this one of the easiest sides you can pull together on a busy evening. For anyone trying to steer clear of artificial flavors, this kind of from-scratch sauce is exactly the move — every bit of taste here comes from real butter, real milk, and real spice. It pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, a simple pork chop, or honestly just a pile of mashed potatoes if you're leaning into the comfort food moment.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg
- 3 cups frozen peas, thawed
- 1 tsp granulated sugar (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foamy and just beginning to subside, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the flour and stir constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula for 1 to 2 minutes, until the mixture turns pale golden and smells faintly nutty.
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