PURéE OF PEAS AND WATERCRESS

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Purée of Peas and Watercress image

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     easy, quick, weekday, side dish

Time 20m

Yield A side dish for 4 (or 2, with leftovers)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups frozen peas
2 1-pound bunches watercress, trimmed of all but top 2 to 3 inches
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Add the peas and return to a boil. Turn off the heat. Add the watercress tops to the peas and cover the saucepan. Let sit for 5 minutes so that the watercress wilts.
  • Drain the peas and watercress and transfer to a food processor. Add the butter, pepper and salt and process until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning. Spoon into a serving dish and serve.

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