Creamed Peas
(Yield 25 servings)
5 lbs. peas, frozen
3 c. water, soiling
2 t. salt
1/4 c. sugar
3 c. milk, evaporated
3 c. water for milk
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. + 4 tsp. flour
3-1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. pepper
procedure:
1. place frozen peas in boiling salted water to which sugar has been added, cover, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes or until tender, drain,
2. heat milk to just below boiling point, stir occasionally,
3. melt butter, stir in flour, salt, and pepper.
4. add mixture slowly to the milk, stirring constantly until mixture is smooth.
5. cook 5-10 minutes or until thickened, stir gently.
6. combine peas and sauce, serve hot.
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