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Cajun Sweet Peas

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Recipe by pporche

A pure Cajun dish. Sweet Peas in a Roux. I had this every week of my life growing up at Mom’s house in South Louisiana. Still have it regularly. Great as a side dish (alone or served over rice) alongside any fried, baked, or grilled meat, poultry, or fish.

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READY IN: 35mins
SERVES: 4-6
UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition
  • 2
    tablespoons roux, Cajun style
  • 2
    (15 ounce) cans sweet peas, with liquid
  • 3⁄4
    cup onion, diced fine
  • 1⁄2
    teaspoon salt (optional)
  • 1⁄2
    teaspoon cajun seasoning
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DIRECTIONS

  • Begin with the roux in a 3 quart pot. Melt the roux if it's store bought. Add all other ingredients. Bring to rolling simmer. Simmer for about 25 minutes. Will form a thick sauce. Serve.
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