Quick Buttered Peas
Garlicky with a hint of sweetness, quick buttered peas will have you sauteing and not boiling those frozen peas ever again.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter plus more for serving, if desired
- 1 shallot, minced (2 tablespoons minced yellow onion may be substituted)
- 1 pound frozen peas
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the peas and the garlic.
- Sprinkle with sugar, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the peas are heated through, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with an additional pat of butter and serve warm.
Notes
Do not thaw the peas before adding them to the skillet.
Nutrition
Calories: 146kcal · Carbohydrates: 17g · Protein: 6g · Fat: 6g · Saturated Fat: 4g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g · Monounsaturated Fat: 2g · Trans Fat: 1g · Cholesterol: 15mg · Sodium: 196mg · Potassium: 278mg · Fiber: 6g · Sugar: 7g · Vitamin A: 1042IU · Vitamin C: 45mg · Calcium: 30mg · Iron: 2mg
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