Dressed Peas Recipes

DRESSED PEAS

Steps:

• Heat and mix all the sauce ingredients (except peas) in a saucepan.
• Stir until it boils and thickens slightly.
• Cook peas according to instructions on the package.
• Drain peas; add sauce to warm peas, mix and serve.
• Peas may also be served as a cold vegetable.

DRESSED-UP BLACK-EYED PEAS

Steps:

• Saute onion and celery in oil until tender.
• In a baking dish, combine cooked onion, cooked celery, bell pepper, peas, tomatoes, ham (or bacon), garlic, and salt/pepper.
• Bake for 30 minutes at 325 degrees F.

SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH MINT DRESSING

Steps:

• Bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil; prepare an ice bath. Add the peas to the boiling water, and cook until bright green and crunchy, about 1 minute.
• Using a slotted spoon, transfer peas to ice bath until cold. Drain peas in a colander, and transfer to a serving dish.
• Combine the shallots, vinegar, honey, mustard, olive oil, and mint in a jar with a lid. Season with salt and pepper. Cover, and shake vigorously until well combined. Let dressing stand 10 minutes. Pour dressing over the peas. Toss, and serve.

HOLIDAY PEAS

Steps:

• Place peas in a large saucepan; add salt. Cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, toss the cracker crumbs, cheese and butter. Drain peas and place in a serving bowl; top with crumb mixture.,