Paula Deen English Peas

Paula Deen English Peas take 10 minutes and just two ingredients, canned peas and butter, to make a buttery, tender Southern side dish that feeds 6. Save this easy 2-ingredient side dish for Sunday dinner, church supper or the holiday table, because it's a quick one-pot stovetop fix.

Drain the peas well before they go into the melted butter, because extra canning liquid waters down the butter and leaves the peas bland. Skip that and you get a thin, pale sauce instead of peas that glisten.

Paula keeps this one simple with a full half stick of butter and nothing else, so the peas taste like peas. Heating them gently over medium heat only until warm keeps them tender and bright, and you don't need any seasoning tricks.

Paula Deen English Peas

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Course: Side DishCuisine: American, SouthernDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

5

minutes

Calories

110

kcal

Canned peas warm through in melted butter until they're tender and glossy. It's a one-pot stovetop side that needs about five minutes of attention.

Ingredients

• 2 (14 1/2-oz) cans English peas
  

• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) Butter
  

Directions

• Melt the butter: Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter in a small pot over medium heat. Let it melt completely before the peas go in.
• Drain the peas: Open both 14 1/2-ounce cans of English peas and pour them into a colander. Shake off the liquid so the butter stays rich.
• Warm the peas: Add the drained peas to the melted butter and stir to coat. Cook over medium heat until the peas are warm, then take the pot off the heat.

Tools for this recipe

• Cuisinart MultiClad Pro 3-quart saucepan, OXO 5-quart stainless steel colander, OXO wooden spoon set. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

FAQs

Can I use frozen peas instead of canned?

Yes, frozen peas work well here, and many cooks like their brighter color. Add them straight to the butter and cook a few minutes longer, until they're hot and tender.

How long do leftover English peas keep?

Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, since high heat turns peas mushy.

Can I make these ahead for a holiday dinner?

They take only 10 minutes, so I'd make them right before serving. If you need to get ahead, warm them on the stove while the rest of the meal rests.

How can I add more flavor to buttered peas?

A pinch of salt and black pepper goes a long way, and a little minced onion or crumbled bacon fits the Southern style. Add them to the butter first so the flavor spreads.

Why do my canned peas taste bland or mushy?

The usual cause is overcooking, since canned peas are already cooked and only need to warm through. Keep the heat at medium and take the pot off as soon as they're hot.