"French peas are tender and so savory."
Petits Pois A La Francaise
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Petits pois a la Francaise is a classic French way to prepare peas, braising them with onions and lettuce. Bring your spoon to the table; you will not regret it.
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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 30mins
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 2 pounds frozen peas
- 1 Boston Lettuce
- 1 bouquet garni
- 6 tabelspoon butter
- 4 chopped shallots
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Method
Step 1
Remove any parts of the lettuce that may be wilted. Wash the lettuce and slice it into large chiffonade.
Step 2
Peel and slice the shallots into larger chunks.
Step 3
In a heavy-bottomed 3-quart enamel saucepan, add the onion, peas, bouquet garni, 5 tablespoons of butter, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over the cold water.
Step 4
Mix well, cover, and bring the saucepan to a small boil over medium-low heat. Continue cooking for about 30 minutes.
Step 5
Remove the bouquet garni, add the rest of the butter. Check for seasoning and correct if need be. Mix well and serve.