Buttered Dill Peas & Carrots

Buttered Dill Peas & Carrots

Holly - Spend with Pennies
I got this recipe from a friend and I will say it is well liked by the family. Very easy to prepare and the dill gives a nice flavor to the dish. The original recipe is to sauté the carrots, I simmered them, both versions are listed in the steps.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into ¼ inch slices
  • 2 cups frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
  • salt and pepper, to taste, as desired

Instructions
 

Sauté Method

  • Heat a non stick pan with the oil on medium heat. Add the carrots and sauté until tender yet crisp, about 5-6 minutes.
  • Add the peas and stir in the dried dried dill and 1 tablespoon of water. Cover and let cook 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the butter and mix in. Season with salt and pepper as desired, to taste.

Simmer Method

  • Add the sliced carrots to a saucepan and cover with ½ inch of water. Place on medium high heat and cook until the carrots are tender crisp.
  • Add the peas and continue to simmer until the peas are tender and heated through.
  • Drain the water from the saucepan, stir in the dried dill and ½ tablespoon of butter. Pour into a serving dish and top with another ½ tablespoon of butter. Serve as a side dish with any main dish. Enjoy.

Notes

Low cost per serving.

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