Description
This Slow Cooker Creamed Peas recipe offers a luscious, creamy side dish perfect for any meal. Using frozen peas, cream cheese, butter, and a touch of seasoning, it delivers rich, comforting flavors with minimal effort, thanks to slow cooking that melds the ingredients beautifully.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 22 oz bag frozen peas
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced into pats
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add Peas: Place the frozen peas at the bottom of a 5-quart or larger slow cooker to create an even base for the dish.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Layer the cubed cream cheese, sliced butter, heavy cream, sugar, kosher salt, and ground black pepper right on top of the peas.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to high for 1-2 hours or low for 3-4 hours. Stir a couple of times during cooking to ensure the cream cheese melts evenly and the peas cook through. Adjust seasoning to taste once done.
- Serve: Serve the creamed peas immediately for the best texture and flavor, or keep them warm on the slow cooker’s warm setting until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking and promote even melting of the cream cheese.
- For a thinner consistency, add a splash more heavy cream before serving.
- This dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled chicken, or as part of a holiday meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
