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A vibrant plate of bright green peas glistening with butter, garnished with fresh herbs on a rustic wooden table, styled simply for a cozy holiday setting

Easy Thanksgiving Peas The Perfect Holiday Side Dish

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A simple and flavorful holiday side featuring tender peas cooked with butter and herbs, perfect for Thanksgiving.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (parsley or thyme)

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook peas until tender, about 2-3 minutes for fresh peas or 4-5 minutes for frozen.
  2. Drain peas and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add cooked peas back into the pot, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • For a creamier version, mix in a splash of cream or grated Parmesan.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 80 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 4.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg
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