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Parmesan Peas

Give (these) peas a chance! Try varying this recipe by using other types of cheese or adding different seasonings.

Yield
7 servings
Prep time
5 minutes
Cook time
10 minutes
Total time
15 minutes
Ingredients
1 1/2 teaspoons butter (or margarine)
2 cans peas (15 ounce cans or 16 ounces of frozen peas)
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Steps
  1. Heat margarine or butter in a medium skillet over medium heat (300 degrees F in an electric skillet). Add peas and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until peas are heated through.
  2. Add lemon juice and pepper and mix well. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve warm.
Meal Type: Lunch, Dinner
Category: 30 Minutes or Less, Kid-Friendly
Food group: Vegetables, Dairy
Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Source
MyPlate