Here’s a comforting, old-fashioned Creamed Peas and Potatoes recipe—simple, cozy, and perfect as a side dish 🥔🌱
Creamed Peas and Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1½ lb potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups peas (fresh or frozen)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole milk preferred)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of sugar, chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook potatoes
Place potatoes in salted water.
Boil 10–12 minutes until just tender.
Add peas during the last 2–3 minutes.
Drain and set aside. - Make cream sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute (do not brown).
Slowly whisk in milk until smooth. - Thicken
Simmer, stirring, until thickened (3–5 minutes).
Season with salt, pepper, and a tiny pinch of sugar if desired. - Combine
Gently fold potatoes and peas into the sauce.
Heat through 2–3 minutes. - Serve warm
Garnish with parsley if using.
Tips & Variations
- Extra creamy: Replace ½ cup milk with cream or half-and-half
- Southern style: Add a pinch of nutmeg
- Cheesy: Stir in ½ cup grated cheddar
- Ham upgrade: Add diced cooked ham or bacon
Perfect with ham, meatloaf, fried chicken, or as a cozy stand-alone bowl. Want a slow-cooker or dairy-free version?
