Sweet Peas with Mint
2
Points®
Total time: 23 min • Prep: 15 min • Cook: 8 min • Serves: 4 • Difficulty: Easy
This classic French preparation makes an elegant yet easy side dish worthy of being served to guests.
Ingredients
Uncooked scallions
4 medium
Boston lettuce
1 head(s)
Uncooked green peas
1 pound(s)
Peppermint leaves
2 tsp(s)
Salted butter
1 tbsp(s)
Sugar
⅛ tbsp(s)
Black pepper
⅛ pinch(es)
Table salt
⅛ tsp(s)
Instructions
1
Heat a large saucepan coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add scallions and lettuce and cook until lettuce is wilted, about 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
2
Add peas and just enough water to cover them. Increase heat to high and cook peas until tender, about 5 minutes (frozen peas will take only 2 to 3 minutes).
3
Drain; add mint, butter, pinch of sugar, salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately
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