Creamed Potatoes and Peas

Enjoy your Creamy Peas and Red Potatoes, a perfect dish to celebrate the arrival of spring. The combination of the browned potatoes, creamy sauce, and sweet peas creates a delightful and hearty meal. Stay tuned for more delicious recipes from Full Recipes

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (half a stick)
• Mirepoix mix (finely chopped onions, carrots, celery)
• 3 cups small red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into pieces
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup room-temperature chicken broth
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• Ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cups frozen peas

Directions:

1. Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Let it brown slightly to deepen the flavor.
2. Add the Mirepoix mix to the pan and sauté until the onions are translucent and the mixture is aromatic.
3. Add the red potato pieces to the pan, allowing them to brown slightly. Red potatoes are ideal here due to their firm texture.
4. Once the potatoes are golden, remove them from the pan and set aside, keeping them slightly undercooked as they will continue cooking later.
5. In the same pan, add a bit more butter and then the flour. Reduce the heat to low and cook the flour for about 30 seconds to eliminate the raw flavor.
6. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and thick.
7. Slowly incorporate the cold milk, adding it a third at a time to achieve a creamy consistency. You may need to adjust the heat to help with this process.
8. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Remember to taste as you go, as potatoes need sufficient seasoning.
9. Return the browned potatoes to the pan, and add the frozen peas.
10. Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld.