Creamed Pearl Onions and Peas

By nlhartman

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 c. pearl onions
• 1 3/4 lb. frozen or fresh peas
• 1 c. low fat milk
• 1 T. cornstarch
• 1 T. butter
• 1/4 t. salt
• 1/4 t. ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare vegetables; shell and wash peas if using fresh, peel onions

Combine vegetables in a large saucepan and just cover with water. Boil until tender.(You may microwave frozen peas according to pkg. directions.)
Drain peas.
Add milk, cornstarch, butter, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. When thickened, add peas and onions to mixture, toss until well coated. Serve immediately.