Description
Creamed peas and carrots is a classic side dish that combines tender vegetables in a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peas
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup milk
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the peas and carrots in boiling water until tender.
- Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour and stir to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
- Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add the peas and carrots to the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder.
- You can substitute half-and-half for a richer sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: creamed peas and carrots, vegetable side dish, creamy vegetables