Active Time

　　5 min

　　Total Time

　　20 min

　　There's no trick to this straightforward, old-fashioned side dish—just delicious ingredients simply prepared. Store-bought peas have been picked and frozen at their peak freshness; their delicate sweetness and bright color require little embellishment.

　　

Ingredients

Makes 4 to 6 servings

　　2/3 cup water

　　1 medium onion, chopped

　　2 tablespoons unsalted butter

　　1 pound frozen peas (3 1/2 cups)

　　

Step 1

Bring water, onion, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a heavy medium saucepan, then cook over medium heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, about 5 minutes.

　　

Step 2

Increase heat to medium-high and stir in butter and peas, then cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until peas are tender, about 8 minutes. Season with salt.

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　　Haggipavlu Nemea '04