Creamed Peas and Carrots
Creamy sauce with a simple salt and pepper seasoning nicely complements peas and carrots in this colorful side dish.
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Serving size: 4
Calories per serving: 251
Ingredients:
Cook time:
Serving size: 4
Calories per serving: 251
4 medium carrots, sliced
2 cups frozen peas
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Directions:
Place carrots in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Add peas; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Return vegetables and reserved liquid to the pan.
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, pepper and cream until smooth. Stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
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Add peas; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Return vegetables and reserved liquid to the pan.
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, pepper and cream until smooth. Stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
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