Holiday Peas

Name: Holiday Peas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 cup finely crushed wheat crackers; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

12 servings

Updated: Sep. 10, 2022

My mom used to 'dress up' peas with buttered cracker crumbs when I was little and it remains one of my favorite dishes. Just about any type of savory crackers can be substituted, including herb-flavored varieties. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

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Ingredients

2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup finely crushed wheat crackers
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

Place peas in a large saucepan; add salt. Cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until tender.
Meanwhile, toss the cracker crumbs, cheese and butter. Drain peas and place in a serving bowl; top with crumb mixture.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 87 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.

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