Peas and bacon

Serves:

Ingredients

• 1kg frozen or fresh peas
• 300g shortcut bacon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter

Method

In a lidded frypan, heat olive oil and fry bacon for 3 minutes.

Add peas and toss.

Place lid on and steam for 4 mins stirring occasionally. Serve in a bowl with the butter on top.

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Serving Suggestions

Note

• These are a yummy side dish to serve with your favourite roast or bangers and mash.
• The saltiness of the bacon compliments the peas so make sure you just sprinkle with pepper when seasoning.
• This recipe was created by Jennifer Cheung for Kidspot, New Zealand’s best recipe finder