Peas Salad

Preparation Time

10 Minutes

Yield

2 Servings

Ingredients

• 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Directions

In a bowl, combine the peas, cheese and onion. Stir in the mayonnaise and mustard. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Minted Peas Salad

Preparation Time

10 Minutes

Yield

4 Servings

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup minced fresh mint
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Dash pepper
• 3 cups frozen peas,* thawed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped

Directions

In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients; mix well. Add peas and onion; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Peas with Mushrooms

Preparation Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

10 Minutes

Ready In

20 Minutes

Yield

4 Servings

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 300 gms frozen green peas, thawed
• 140 gms sliced mushrooms, drained
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 pinch black pepper

Directions

1. Cook peas and keep aside.

2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic in butter until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the peas and mushrooms.

3. Then season with sugar, salt, thyme and pepper. Reduce heat to low, and cook just until heated through.

Green Pea and Mint Soup

Preparation Time

5 Minutes

Cook Time

35 Minutes

Ready In

40 Minutes

Yield

4 Servings

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 500 gm frozen green peas
• 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth or stock
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 1/2 cups milk
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch white sugar (optional)
• 1/2 cup light whipping cream
• 2 sprigs fresh mint leaves for garnish

Directions

1. Melt butter in a large saucepan. Add the 4 chopped green onions, and cook until softened, but not brown. Stir in the peas, vegetable stock, and 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh mint. Increase heat to medium, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat back to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes.

2. Using a large slotted spoon, remove about 3 tablespoons of the peas, and set aside for garnish. Pour the soup into a blender or food processor along with the milk, and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add a pinch of sugar if desired. Allow the soup to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.

3. Pour the soup into 4 serving bowls. Swirl 1 tablespoon of light cream into each one, then garnish with reserved peas and sprigs of mint.

Six Hour Salad

Preparation Time

20 Minutes

Ready In

6 Hours 20 Minutes

Yield

6 Servings

Ingredients

• 6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onions
• 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed and drained
• 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

In a large transparent bowl, layer lettuce, celery, bell peppers, onions, peas, mayonnaise, sugar and cheese. Cover bowl, and refrigerate for 6 hours before serving.

Green Pea Salad With Cheese

Preparation Time

10 Minutes

Ready In

10 Minutes

Yield

6 Servings

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup mayonnaise
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup diced celery
• 3 large sweet pickles, chopped
• 500 gm frozen green peas, thawed
• 3/4 cup cubed Cheddar cheese
• 6 leaves lettuce

Directions

In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, salt, pepper, red (or green) pepper, celery and pickles until combined. Stir in peas and cheese. Chill until ready to serve. Serve over lettuce leaves.

Balsamic Pea Salad

Preparation Time

10 Minutes

Ready In

10 Minutes

Yield

7 Servings

Ingredients

• 500 gms frozen green peas
• 1/2 cup chopped almonds
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place peas in a strainer, and run warm water over them until they are thawed. Place in a large bowl.

2. Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat. Then combine with peas.

3. Stir in onions, feta cheese, and mayonnaise. Mix in balsamic vinegar, and season with pepper. Cover, and refrigerate.