Steamed English Peas With Basil Butter Recipes

EASY STEAMED ENGLISH PEAS

Steps:

• Combine peas and 1/4 cup water in a medium saucepan.
• Cover and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
• Cook, stirring once or twice and lowering heat as needed to maintain a simmer, until peas are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
• Drain peas, return to pan, and stir in butter, herbs, salt and pepper.

STEAMED ENGLISH PEAS WITH BASIL BUTTER

Steps:

• Combine the first 4 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring until blended. Set aside.
• Arrange the fresh peas in a vegetable steamer over boiling water. Cover and steam for 10 to 15 minutes or until the peas are tender. (If using frozen peas, follow package directions!). Remove the peas from the steamer and spread the butter over the peas. Let it melt evenly and stir. Serve immediately.

SWEET ENGLISH PEAS

Steps:

• Cook peas in a small amount of boiling, salted water, until tender (if using frozen peas, follow package instructions).
• Drain, and set aside.
• In another saucepan, heat the butter, and add the peas, mint and sugar.
• Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, tossing to mix.
• Add salt and pepper to taste, and serve.