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How to Cook Canned Peas and Carrots

A simple recipe for how to cook canned peas and carrots
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: canned peas and carrots, peas and carrots
Servings: 2
Calories: 150kcal
Author: Wendi Spraker

Ingredients

  • 1 8.5 oz can of peas and carrots drained
  • ½ cup clean water
  • 1 Tbs whole butter
  • 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • In a small sauce pan over medium heat on the stove top, pour all of the ingredients together.
  • Heat over medium heat until the dish is heated through, the butter is melted and the water has begun to boil

Notes

Canned peas and carrots are EXCELLENT with mashed potatoes, check out loaves and dishes for the classic mashed potatoes recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal