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French-Style Peas (Petits Pois à la Française)

French-style peas are a somewhat old-fashioned side dish that’s actually a simple and flavorful way to prepare peas. While you can add diced charcuterie, I’m sharing a vegetarian version today.

Chloé Flam

French-Style Peas (Petits Pois à la Française)

Ingredients

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    For 6 servings

    • 3 spring onions, finely sliced
    • 800g (1¾ lbs) frozen or fresh peas (preferably petits pois)
    • 1 lettuce heart, cut into strips
    • vegetable broth
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
    • a pinch of chopped mint (optional)
    1. If using fresh peas, start by shelling them (the weight listed in ingredients is after shelling). Finely slice the spring onions.
    2. In a Dutch oven, pour the olive oil and sauté the onions, then add the peas, lettuce, and cover with vegetable broth to just cover. Cover with a lid and cook for 25 minutes until tender. Sprinkle with mint if using.

    Serve as a side with roasted chicken, stuffed artichokes, or with rice.

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