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Peas with Garlic and Thyme

3.8

(14)

Cooks' note:

You can substitute 1 (10-oz) package frozen peas (not thawed) for shelled fresh peas. Cooking time will be shorter.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 (side dish) servings

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves, smashed with flat side of a knife
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups shelled fresh peas (2 to 2 1/2 pounds in pods)
2/3 cup water
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook garlic in butter in a heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring, until garlic turns pale golden, about 2 minutes.

    Step 2

    Add peas, water, and thyme and simmer briskly, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid is evaporated and peas are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in salt and season with pepper.

TagsPeaBean and LegumeVegetableGarlicRoot VegetableThymeHerbs & SpicesSideDinnerGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianKetoQuickEasyWeeknight MealsSauteGourmet
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