Creamed Potatoes and Peas

Creamed Potatoes and Peas

from recipesfiber.com
Side
45 min
6 servings
250 kcal / serving

Creamed Potatoes and Peas is a comforting side dish that combines tender potatoes and sweet peas in a creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbsred potatoes (boiled until fork-tender)
  • 1 cupbutter
  • 3 tbspflour
  • 1 tspsalt
  • 1 tsppepper
  • 1 cupmilk
  • 1 cupevaporated milk
  • 10 ozfrozen peas
  • 1 cuponion (diced)
  • 4slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)

Directions

  1. 1

    Boil the Potatoes: Wash and boil red potatoes in a large pot until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Onions: In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Make the Roux: Stir in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly.

  4. 4

    Add the Milk: Slowly whisk in the milk and evaporated milk. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens, around 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add the Veggies: Fold in frozen peas and cooked potatoes. Stir gently to coat in the creamy sauce.

  6. 6

    Finish with Bacon: Stir in crumbled bacon and heat through for 2-3 more minutes.

  7. 7

    Serve Warm: Plate and enjoy as a side with your favorite main dish!