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Frozen Peas and Carrots

How to cook frozen peas and carrots perfectly on the stove or microwaving to tender. NO boiling, instead just use butter for the best result!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cast iron skillet, frozen carrots, frozen peas, frozen vegetables, how to cook
Servings: 6
Author: Justine

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen peas 12 oz
  • 1 bag frozen carrots 12 oz
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp water or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, begin to melt 1 Tbsp of butter over medium heat. Add the frozen peas, carrots and 2 Tbsp of water. Continue to saute over medium low heat until the vegetables are tender (stirring often). This will take 4-5 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining 2 Tbsp of butter, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes and a dash of salt & pepper about 1 minute before you're ready to serve. 
  • Once tender to your liking serve immediately for best texture results.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1oz | Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 47mg | Potassium: 8mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.04mg