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Peas with Mint and Black Pepper

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This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2

Ingredients

1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves
a 10-ounce package frozen peas
1/4 cup cold water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Chop mint. In a small saucepan cook peas with water and sugar, covered, over moderately high heat until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. In a sieve drain peas and in a bowl toss with mint, butter, pepper, and salt to taste.

TagsMintHerbs & SpicesPeaBean and LegumeVegetableSideDinnerGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianKetoEasyQuickWeeknight MealsSauteGourmet
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