Creamy Peas au Gratin Recipe

This creamy and cheesy peas au gratin is a delicious side dish that combines tender peas with a rich, flavorful sauce topped with a crispy breadcrumb and melted cheese crust. It's the perfect dish to serve alongside roasted meats or as a vegetarian main course. With its creamy texture and savory flavors, this peas au gratin recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Ingredients

• 2 cups frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk until smooth. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Gradually add the milk to the butter-flour mixture, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
5. Cook the sauce over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
7. Add the frozen peas to the sauce and stir until well-coated.
8. Transfer the peas and sauce to a greased baking dish.
9. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and shredded mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the peas and sauce.
10. Bake the peas au gratin in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
12. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
13. Serve hot as a side dish or as a delicious vegetarian main course.

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