CREAMED NEW POTATOES AND PEAS

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Number Of Ingredients 8

8 potatoes
1 (10-ounce) package frozen green peas
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk whole
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
4 dashes paprika

Steps:

If using new potatoes (or regular potatoes, quartered), scrub and cook without peeling in small amount boiling water until barely tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and peel. If using regular potatoes, peel before cooking and quarter potatoes. Drain thoroughly. Cook peas according to package directions drain thoroughly. In medium saucepan, melt butter (or margarine) blend in flour. Add milk (half-and-half may be substituted) and cook, stirring until mixture thickens and is smooth. Season to taste. Pour over potatoes and peas in serving bowl. Sprinkle with paprika.

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