Creamed Peas and New Potatoes

Method3 steps · about 40 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Boil potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain.

   Boil potatoes · 20 minUses 1 pound baby red potatoes, quartered · Water as needed for boiling potatoes

2. 2

   Step 2: In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Simmer peas in boiling water for 6 to 7 minutes, or until tender (do NOT overcook). Drain.

   Simmer peas · 7 minUses 1 cup shelled English peas · 1 cup water for simmering peas

3. 3

   Step 3: Using the same saucepan, melt butter (1 tablespoon) over medium heat. Stir in flour (1 tablespoon) to make a thick paste; gradually whisk in milk (1 cup), stirring constantly until slightly thickened. Season with salt (to taste) and pepper to taste. Now add potatoes and peas to the sauce; simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring often. Serve immediately.

   Uses 1 tablespoon butter · 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour · Salt to taste · 1 cup milk · Ground black pepper to taste · Boiled drained new potatoes · Simmered drained peas