This simple but tasty accompaniment goes with just about anything. Frozen peas are one of the few exceptions to “fresh is best” and are a great staple to have on hand. Whilst podding peas I’m sure is very therapeutic, this blog is about making entertaining easy and shortcuts like this are the way to go for the hectic host, particularly when there is little or no difference in the end product.
This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated in a microwave oven at serving time – perfect for entertaining.
Ingredients (serves 4):
3 cups frozen peas
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Method (it will take you about 10 minutes):
1. Bring a saucepan of salted water to the boil over the stove and cook the peas for 2-3 minutes. Drain well and return to the saucepan.
2. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, parmesan cheese and parsley and mash roughly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
This sounds really simple and like it would go really well with BBQ’d steak – thanks for the recipe.
Sounds great! I love cheese and its combination with some greens. I think I’ve found an appetizing dish for my big Sunday breakfast.
Paul – yes it would definitely go well with steak or any BBQ food.
Zerrin – I’ve never thought of serving this for breakfast, but what a great idea!
This is simple yet looks so appetizing! Yum Yum:)!!
Hi Sophie, yes it is simple and very tasty, as well as healthy!