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Easy Rice and Peas

Test Kitchen Approved

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Sep. 24, 2022

Even folks who aren't fond of vegetables will gobble up this simple-to-prepare side dish. For even more color, toss in some chopped frozen carrots.

Easy Rice and Peas

Easy Rice and Peas Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup frozen peas

Directions

Bring water, butter and salt to a boil in a large saucepan. Add rice and peas. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5-7 minutes or until all of the water is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 233 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.