Peas and Carrots with Mint Recipe

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If you're looking for an easy way to dress up ordinary peas and carrots, reach for this simple recipe. Fresh mint adds a refreshing subtle flavor that'll keep folks coming back for more.—Margie Snodgrass, Gig Harbor, Washington

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Peas and Carrots with Mint Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 6-8 Servings

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Ingredients

4 large carrots, julienned
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 pound sugar snap peas
1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Place carrots in a saucepan with enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, for 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Add remaining ingredients. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until the peas are crisp-tender. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 65 calories, 4 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 131 mg sodium, 6 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 1 g protein.

Originally published as Peas and Carrots with Mint in Taste of Home June/July 1996, p41