A simple, cozy Christmas side dish that brings together tender peas, buttery mushrooms, and warm holiday comforts. This skillet comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy December dinners or adding an easy green to your holiday table. Light, earthy, and festive without any fuss.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Warm the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté 5-6 minutes until lightly golden.
- Stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the peas, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir and simmer 4-5 minutes until peas are heated through and broth reduces slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving warm.
Tip
For extra holiday richness, add an extra teaspoon of butter right at the end. It melts in and gives a glossy finish.
This cozy Christmas skillet is simple, warm, and ready to pin for your holiday table.
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Peas and Mushrooms Christmas Skillet
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A cozy Christmas skillet made with tender peas, sautéed mushrooms, and warm holiday flavors.
Ingredients
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups frozen peas
1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp dried thyme
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Warm the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté 5-6 minutes until lightly golden.
3. Stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the peas, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir and simmer 4-5 minutes until peas are heated through and broth reduces slightly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving warm.
Notes
For a glossier finish, stir in an extra teaspoon of butter at the end.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
