Creamy Peas and Prosciutto

What doesn't taste awesome with cream cheese? You'll love this creamy, comforting side dish! Don't worry if you don't have any lemon zest on hand, and I add a bit more salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6
• Yields: 6 cups

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 3⁄4 cup onion, minced
• 6  cups  frozen peas
• 1⁄2 cup prosciutto, chopped
• 3  ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1  tablespoon lemon zest

Directions

1. Saute onions in butter with salt and pepper in a saucepan over medium high heat until soft.
2. Add the peas and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
3. Then add the prosciutto, cream cheese and lemon zest, stirring until thoroughly incorporated and the cheese is melted.