QUICK FRENCH PEAS RECIPE

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Bright green and festive for Easter, this side dish has a slightly sweet flavor everyone will favor. Water chestnuts add a nice crunch. "A friend shared this tasty recipe," pens Pat Walter from Pine Island, Minnesota. "It's a different way to present peas."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
8 cups frozen peas, thawed
2 cups shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute water chestnuts and onion in butter until onion is tender. Stir in the flour, sugar and salt until blended. Gradually add milk; stir in peas. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until peas are tender and sauce is slightly thickened. Add lettuce; cook until lettuce is wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Natasha Pretty
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These peas were the perfect side dish for my grilled salmon.


Tokoloho Mofokeng
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I've never been a big fan of peas, but this recipe changed my mind. The peas were so flavorful and delicious.


Aarosh Lalu
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The peas were a bit undercooked for my taste.


Ogbor Ifeanyi
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the peas.


Barbra Namujjunza
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These peas were a bit too salty for my taste.


Md Miraz Vai
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. The peas were surprisingly delicious.


Ford Vazquez
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This recipe is a keeper! The peas were so flavorful and the lemon zest added a nice brightness to the dish.


Paul Chomba
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I added some chopped bacon to the peas and they were amazing!


Shazaib Khan
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The recipe was easy to follow and the peas turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Bec Kearns
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These peas were a bit bland for my taste.


Ruby Hayes
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The peas are always tender and flavorful.


BRIAN Whiteside
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Loved this recipe! The peas were so fresh and flavorful.


Yahya Siddiqui
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Easy and delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and the peas turned out perfect. They were tender and flavorful.


Jacque John
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These peas were a delightful treat! The combination of flavors was perfect and the peas retained their vibrant green color. I highly recommend this recipe.