Description
This comforting Creamed Potatoes and Peas recipe combines tender potatoes and sweet peas in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect as a hearty side dish, it features a smooth roux-based cream sauce seasoned with garlic and onion powder, making it an easy yet flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
Dairy and Fats
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
Seasonings and Thickener
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 10-12 minutes until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the potatoes and set them aside.
- Cook Peas: Using the same pot, add the frozen peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Drain and combine with the cooked potatoes.
- Make Cream Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, and onion powder to form a roux. Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream, continuing to whisk constantly until the sauce thickens, approximately 5 minutes.
- Combine: Add the cooked potatoes and peas to the cream sauce. Gently stir to evenly coat the vegetables with the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Serve: Garnish the creamed potatoes and peas with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, mash some of the potatoes before mixing with the cream sauce.
- You can substitute the heavy cream with an equal amount of half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Use fresh peas instead of frozen if available, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or grilled chicken.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
