Ingredients for Comforting Creamed Peas And Carrots
- 1 (16-ounce) package frozen peas and carrots
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for sauce), plus additional salt for boiling water
- Not specified; recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon black pepper instead
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make Comforting Creamed Peas And Carrots
- Cook peas and carrots: Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add frozen peas and carrots and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Cook according to package directions, usually about 5-7 minutes, until tender-crisp. Drain well and set aside.
- Make the cream sauce: While the peas and carrots cook, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to create a roux.
- Cook the roux: Cook the roux for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until it's smooth and bubbly.
- Add milk: Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk into the roux. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent lumps.
- Thicken the sauce: Simmer for about 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and is bubbly. Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill).
- Combine and serve: Add the drained peas and carrots to the cream sauce. Stir gently to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
13 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
19g
Carbs
4g
