Quick Creamed Peas recipe

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• 2 tablespoons salted butter
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  Source: 2 tablespoons salted butter
• ¼ cup finely chopped onion
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  Source: ¼ cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
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  Source: 1 clove garlic (minced)
• ½ teaspoon salt
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  Source: ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
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  Source: ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
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  Source: 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
• 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
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  Source: 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
• ½ cup half and half
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  Source: ½ cup half and half
• 4 cups frozen peas (3 cups is more saucy, 4 cups is less saucy)
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  Source: 3-4 cups frozen peas (3 cups is more saucy, 4 cups is less saucy); upper source range endpoint used for shopping.
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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  Source: 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
2. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until translucent and softened. Stir in the garlic, salt, and pepper and cook 1 minute.
3. Stir in the flour until no white remains, then whisk in the broth and half and half until smooth.
4. Add the peas and stir until coated. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until heated through (about 3-4 minutes).
5. Stir in Parmesan and taste. Adjust seasonings as desired and serve.