Best Comforting Creamed Peas And Carrots Recipes

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CREAMED PEAS AND CARROTS



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Creamy sauce with a simple salt and pepper seasoning nicely complements peas and carrots in this colorful side dish. -Gayleen Grote, Battle View, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium carrots, sliced
2 cups frozen peas
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Add peas; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Return vegetables and reserved liquid to the pan., In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, pepper and cream until smooth. Stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.

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CREAMED PEAS AND CARROTS



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Make and share this Creamed Peas And Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 carrots, cubed
10 ounces fresh peas or 10 ounces frozen peas
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
paprika

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in water to cover until tender.
  • Add peas; cook 5 more minutes.
  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Add flour, salt, and pepper.
  • Slowly stir in milk.
  • Bring to a boil, boil 1 minute.
  • Drain carrots and peas, mix with creamed mixture.
  • Heat through.
  • Put in serving bowl; sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.6, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 18.7, Sodium 482.4, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 5.2, Protein 5.5

COMFORTING CREAMED PEAS AND CARROTS



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This is a holiday tradition in our house, usually served on Christmas. Even those who don't care for these vegetables seem to like this tasty side dish. I also like it because it is fast, and it is prepared on the stove top, which helps free up the desperately-need holiday oven!

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package frozen peas and carrots
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dried dill

Steps:

  • Prepare peas and carrots according to the package directions, adding the sugar.
  • While peas and carrots cook, melt butter in a medium saucepan and then add flour, salt and pepper to form a roux. Cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk over medium heat and bring to a boil. Boil for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, then add dill and cook until thickened and bubbly.
  • When peas and carrots are cooked, drain them and place in your serving bowl. Pour cream sauce over vegetables and stir to thoroughly combine. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.7, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 18.7, Sodium 317.4, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 0.7, Protein 4.9

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