Peas and Carrots
Recipe Cost 2.91 Serving Cost 0.72 Course Side Dish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings people
Recipe Cost $ 2.91 Serving Cost $ 0.72Peas and carrots is a quick and easy side dish made with fresh or frozen peas and carrots, cooked in butter and stock, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup chicken stock
- 1 shallot finely chopped
- 4 carrots sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 2 Tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
- Once the butter is melted, add the shallot and garlic and cook for 1 minute until the shallot is softened.
- Add the carrots, chicken stock, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for about 6 minutes until carrots are tender.
- Add the frozen peas and continue cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Serve warm and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Notes
Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley, dill, or mint.
- You can keep these out for 2 hours before covering and refrigerating.
- Store peas and carrots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Remove as much air as possible and seal the bag or container.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Place in the refrigerator overnight or thaw in the microwave on the defrost setting.
- If thawing in the microwave, check the peas and carrots frequently to ensure they are not overcooking.
- You can reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave.
- Be sure to stir the peas and carrots frequently to prevent them from sticking.
- If reheating in the microwave, add a splash of water or chicken broth to the pan to prevent them from drying out.
Equipment
large skillet
mixing spoon
Cutting board
Chef’s knife
Nutrition
Serving: 0.75cupCalories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 507mgPotassium: 453mgFiber: 6gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 11091IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
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