Garlic Spring Peas with Leeks
When I was a little girl and my mom would open up a can of peas, I would scream hysterically and run for cover. Ok, so maybe that's a slight exaggeration, but I remember canned peas being extremely BLAND. They weren't good at all. But, then I discovered the world of spring peas. And, yes, there is a difference.Garlic Spring Peas are sweet, and when cooked properly, have a slight crunch. They pop when you bite into them. So now, instead of cringing at the mere mention of peas, I eat them often. However, I still don't do canned peas.
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1 pound fresh or frozen spring peas
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped leeks, light green and white parts only
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- On stovetop, heat water in medium saucepan to boiling. Place peas in boiling water, and cover. Bring to a second boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 6-8 minutes.
- While peas are cooking, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic, and cook 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly. Drain peas, and stir in leeks, salt, and pepper.
- Yield: 6 servings (serving size: about 1/2 cup)
Notes
- To use leeks, trim off root end and dark green portion, and discard. Cut leek down the middle and then slice into pieces of desired width. Place leek pieces in a colander or large bowl, and rinse under cold water. Use your hand to separate pieces to remove any traces of dirt. Let leeks drain, or place on a paper towel to dry.
- Use chopped onion instead of leeks.
- Add basil or oregano.
- You can also lightly steam the peas instead of boiling them.
- Serve with Delicata Squash with Kale and Beans, Grilled Portabello Steaks, or Spaghetti Squash with Basil-Walnut Cream Sauce.
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In this recipe, you do not tell us how to clean the leeks. You did not tell us to add the pepper, so I assume its at the end after the salt. Leeks are very dirty, and need to be washed first. But di we cut them first or what?
Yes, you wash the leeks before using, as you would with any fresh produce. I’ve added comments in the recipe notes to make the process of cutting the leeks a little more clear. Thanks for your comments!
Thanks for your comment! I just had these the other day myself. 🙂 Yum is RIGHT!
wow this was YUM! I used red onion instead of leek, but I agree, this recipe is enough to make me eat peas for LIFE! My only fault is that I didnt cook them long enough. Otherwise nice simple fresh tasty peas!