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Creamed Peas and Potatoes

Creamed Peas and Potatoes: The Ultimate Comfort Food Dish

Creamed Peas and Potatoes is a nostalgic dish combining creamy potatoes and sweet peas in a rich sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 2 cups Russet Potatoes diced into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas organic recommended
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dill dried
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • pot
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamed Peas and Potatoes
  1. Begin by dicing russet potatoes into ½-inch cubes and place them in a pot of boiling water for 12-15 minutes.
  2. Stir in the frozen peas and continue boiling for an additional 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a new saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat and sauté the finely diced onions for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring as you bring it to a gentle boil, allowing it to thicken for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Fold the boiled potatoes and peas into the creamy onion mixture, add dill, salt, and pepper, then mix to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste and add other vegetables for variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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