Smashed Peas With Mint and Caramelized Shallots
Level up your toast with this creative and flavorful spread.
Ingredients
- 1 tbs. grassfed butter
- 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ cup thinly sliced shallots
- 1 tsp. red-wine vinegar
- 12 oz. frozen sweet peas
- ⅔ cup water
- 3 tbs. minced fresh mint leaves
- Sliced sourdough bread, toasted
- Flaky sea salt
Directions
STEP 1
In a small saucepan, melt the butter and oil over medium-low heat.
STEP 2
Add the shallots and cook, stirring regularly, until caramelized and golden brown, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
STEP 3
Stir in the vinegar and remove from the heat.
STEP 4
In another pot, bring the peas and water to a boil over medium heat and continue to cook until the peas are softened, about eight to 10 minutes.
STEP 5
Drain the peas and transfer them to a bowl, then use a potato masher or a fork to roughly mash. Mix in the mint and caramelized shallots.
STEP 6
Spread over sourdough toast and top with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Photographer: Terry Brennan; Food Stylist: Betsy Nelson.
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Kate Morgan is a Pennsylvania-based writer and recipe developer.
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