Turkey Free Classic Creamed Peas
Creamed peas are one of those quietly satisfying comfort dishes that deserve way more attention than they get. A simple butter-and-flour roux forms the backbone of a silky, lightly spiced sauce, and the whole thing comes together in one saucepan without any fuss. A pinch of nutmeg gives the cream sauce a subtle warmth that makes it taste far more considered than the short ingredient list suggests. Frozen peas are the hero here — they stay bright green and tender, and because everything in this dish is straightforward pantry and dairy staples, there's zero concern about hidden poultry-based broths or processed meat additives sneaking in. It's a genuinely meat-free side that doesn't feel like an afterthought, just clean, creamy, vegetable-forward goodness. Serve it alongside roasted potatoes, a grain bowl, or anything that could use a spoonful of something rich and a little nostalgic.
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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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