Description
Thanksgiving Peas are a delightful side dish that elevate your holiday table with vibrant colors and irresistible flavors. This simple yet elegant recipe combines fresh green peas with crispy bacon and sweet onions, creating a comforting blend that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any gathering, these peas are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh green peas (or frozen)
- 4 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the bacon into small pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy (about 5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat slightly, add the chopped onion and butter, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the peas and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (80g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg