Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 bags

Frozen Peas

Frozen

2 unit

Uncooked Bacon

Uncooked

1 unit

Vadalia Onion

Diced

2 sticks

Salted Butter

Real

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Pepper

2 tbsp

Flour

2 cup

Milk

Hot

3 tbsp

Sugar

Step 1
~3 min

Lay five pieces of bacon in an 8x8" glass brownie pan.

Step 2
~3 min

Microwave for five minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

Remove bacon and drain on a paper towel.

Step 4
~3 min

Repeat microwaving bacon in batches, reducing time by 30 seconds each batch, until all bacon is cooked. Set aside to cool.

Step 5
~3 min

Dice onion.

Step 6
~3 min

Sautee diced onion in one stick of butter in a large spaghetti pot on medium heat for five minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 7
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 8
~3 min

Add sugar, salt, pepper, and the remaining stick of butter.

Step 9
~3 min

Wait for the butter to melt, then add all the frozen peas.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir lightly, scraping up the butter on the bottom to coat all the peas.

Step 11
~3 min

Turn the heat up slightly, just below medium-high.

Step 12
~3 min

Once bacon is cooled, crush it over the pot.

Step 13
~3 min

Stir the peas constantly until they come to a boil to prevent burning.

Step 14
~3 min

After boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent smashing the peas.

Step 15
~3 min

After the allotted time, bring back to a full boil.

Step 16
~3 min

Microwave milk until hot.

Step 17
~3 min

Add flour or cream starch to the hot milk, stirring with a fork to remove lumps.

Step 18
~3 min

Pour the milk mixture into the pan of boiling peas.

Step 19
~3 min

Turn the fire off and stir for one minute to combine.

Step 20
~3 min

Serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sweetness to taste.

Use fresh peas for a brighter flavor.

For a smoky flavor, use smoked bacon.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork.

Serve alongside a green salad.

Serve as a vegetable accompaniment.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Pork Tenderloin
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Belgium/USA

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday Dinners
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

60/100