07/26/2011

Mashed Peas


I’d been contemplating what to do with the peas I had in the freezer for a while. There was the option of eating them with butter, salt and pepper as I normally do, or adding some chopped mint to make things more interesting. I liked the minted option but still wanted to do something different than the usual. The food processor, once again, offered a quick and easy solution.

This is seriously one of the easiest side dishes I’ve ever made. It’s literally ready in minutes. If you have leftovers, you can use them as a sandwich spread instead of mayonnaise or mustard. You can use fresh or frozen peas. The latter are convenient and work very well here, especially if you buy the kind that comes in a microwavable bag.

Minted Mashed Peas

4 small servings

20 mint leaves
2 tablespoons whipping cream
12 ounces frozen peas, cooked*
1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
Sea salt and ground pepper, to taste

Process all the ingredients in a food processor into a smooth puree. If you don’t have a food processor, use a potato masher to mash the peas and finely mince the mint.

Serve warm or at room temperature with lamb, beef or chicken.

* You may boil, microwave or steam the peas. I microwaved them for 4 minutes.

 

Posted in 15-Minute Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
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11 Responses to “Mashed Peas”

  1. 1

    La Table De Nana — 07/26/2011 @ 7:13 pm

    The green is stunning with your new genre! I will try this!

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    Nisrine — 07/27/2011 @ 12:36 am

    Thank you! My hand is new at at but I keep practicing.

  3. 3

    Anonymous — 07/27/2011 @ 10:09 pm

    I'll make this next time I cook lamb. Thanks!

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    Jamie Walker — 07/28/2011 @ 12:48 am

    what a fantastic idea…I bought so many peas at the farmer's market…I wish I had done this!!! Mine were not nearly as exciting.

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    Ann — 07/28/2011 @ 12:54 am

    Oh, my! I've heard of smashed peas with mint, but now I want to make it! Lovely!

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    Reeni — 07/28/2011 @ 1:53 am

    Your photo is gorgeous! And the peas delicious. Love the touch of cream for a bit of richness.

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    Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen — 07/28/2011 @ 7:54 am

    Love peas and mint together! I must try this as a sandwich spread.

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    fishyfacedesigns — 07/28/2011 @ 4:47 pm

    I am so excited to try this, thank you! Have a super afternoon!
    take care,
    Lisa

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    Magic of Spice — 07/28/2011 @ 5:50 pm

    Love this vibrant color…gorgeous! Will want to try this combination :)

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    foodwanderings — 07/28/2011 @ 6:25 pm

    Lovely peas and mash Nisrine. For awhile now I was thinking I haven't cooked with peas. Thanks for the isnpiration!

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    Barbara — 07/29/2011 @ 12:05 pm

    I make these a lot, Nisrine. Mint and peas marry beautifully and mashed like this, so very British!

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