Zesty Buttered Peas

Name: Zesty Buttered Peas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed; 1 cup sliced celery; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 tablespoon minced fresh savory or 1-1/2 teaspoons dried savory; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional; 2 tablespoons diced pimientos

I came up with this recipe one day when I wanted to add some "zip" to plain peas. This recipe did the trick! Everyone commented on the great flavor and festive color.

Ingredients

1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh savory or 1-1/2 teaspoons dried savory
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
2 tablespoons diced pimientos

Directions

In a large saucepan, saute the first four ingredients in butter until crisp-tender. Cover and cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in salt if desired and pimientos.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 74 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 93mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch.

Originally published as Zesty Buttered Peas in Taste of Home June/July 1995