Swiss Creamed Peas

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Easy and Creamy Swiss Creamed Peas Recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

3 cups frozen green peas
1 cup sliced green onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon lemon , zest of
3 ounces shredded swiss cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
384
Sugar
7g
Fat
31g
Swiss Creamed Peas is a classic American recipe that has gained popularity over time. It is a perfect combination of green peas, creamy sauce, and cheese that makes this dish flavorful. The dish is versatile and can complement roasted meat, fried fish, or grilled chicken. The creamy and cheesy texture of the dish with the sweet and tender taste of green peas provides a refreshing taste.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, sauté the green peas and onions in butter until tender.
2.Sprinkle flour and salt over the mixture and stir well.
3.Add heavy cream and lemon zest and stir continuously until mixture thickens.
4.Sprinkle shredded swiss cheese on top of the mixture and cook until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Swiss Creamed Peas recipe is a delicious side dish that is easy-to-make and quick to cook.
The creamy and cheesy texture of the dish is a perfect match with roasted meat, fried fish or grilled chicken.

Using fresh and frozen green peas with sliced onions adds a nutritious factor to the dish.

CONS

Although Swiss Creamed Peas have shorter cooking time, it is a high-calorie side dish due to heavy cream and Swiss cheese.
People who have lactose intolerance should avoid it.
Additionally, the dish can be boring to those who are not fans of peas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Swiss Creamed Peas have health benefits such as they are high in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. This delicious side dish is low in sugar and cholesterol. Peas being a good source of vitamin C, A, and K helps improve the immune system and lowers blood sugar levels. The cheese in the recipe provides a good amount of calcium which is good for bones and muscles.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.