PEAS WITH GARLIC AND THYME

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Categories     Garlic     Herb     Vegetable     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Pea     Spring     Healthy     Thyme     Simmer     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 garlic cloves, smashed with flat side of a knife
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups shelled fresh peas (2 to 2 1/2 pounds in pods)
2/3 cup water
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook garlic in butter in a heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring, until garlic turns pale golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Add peas, water, and thyme and simmer briskly, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid is evaporated and peas are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in salt and season with pepper.

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