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Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 2 cups whole milk (or half and half)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper)
- 4 cups frozen peas
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Whisk in flour and garlic powder until smooth.
- Slowly add milk while stirring until thickened.
- Stir in frozen peas and heat through.
- Add heavy cream if desired, adjusting seasonings as needed.
Notes
Ensure butter is fully melted before adding flour to prevent lumps.
Stir continuously when adding milk for a lump-free sauce.
Experiment with different types of milk for varied creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 35