Cooks' note:
You can substitute 1 (10-oz) package frozen peas (not thawed) for shelled fresh peas. Cooking time will be shorter.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 6 (side dish) servings
Ingredients
2 garlic cloves, smashed with flat side of a knife
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups shelled fresh peas (2 to 2 1/2 pounds in pods)
2/3 cup water
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
Preparation
Step 1
Cook garlic in butter in a heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring, until garlic turns pale golden, about 2 minutes.
Step 2
Add peas, water, and thyme and simmer briskly, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid is evaporated and peas are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in salt and season with pepper.
