Creamed Pearl Onions & Peas

I grew up on Creamed Peas but my mom never put pearl onions in them.  This sounds amazing!!!

Creamed Pearl Onions & Peas Recipe


INGREDIENTS

1 bag (1 lb) frozen pearl onions
1 bag (16- to 20-oz) frozen peas
3 Tbsp butter
1/4 cup sliced scallions
3 Tbsp flour
2 cups milk
2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground cayenne

PREPARATION


1. Place onions and peas in large glass bowl, cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high 12 minutes, stirring halfway, until cooked.

2. Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan over medium-low heat; add scallions and sauté 2 minutes. Whisk in flour until blended; let bubble 2 minutes, stirring often.

3. Whisk in milk, mustard, salt and cayenne. Increase heat to medium and cook, stirring, 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Stir in peas and pearl onions. Cook 5 minutes or until hot.

Planning Tip: Can be prepared up to a day ahead. Reheat in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring gently, or reheat in microwave.