Hazelnut Free Classic Creamed Peas
Creamed peas are one of those old-fashioned comfort sides that deserve a serious comeback, and this version delivers a silky, savory sauce that clings to every bright green pea. The base is a simple butter-and-flour roux finished with whole milk, so the ingredient list stays short and completely free of tree nuts or nut-derived oils — no label-scanning required. A pinch of nutmeg adds just enough warmth to make the sauce feel a little special without tipping into anything complicated. The peas themselves stay vibrant and tender, cooked just long enough to heat through while keeping that fresh, sweet pop. If you want a touch of balance, a small spoon of sugar rounds out the flavor beautifully. This is the kind of dish that comes together in under ten minutes and somehow tastes like it took much longer — perfect alongside a roast, a weeknight chop, or honestly just a pile of mashed potatoes.
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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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