Name: Frozen Peas
Yield: 4

This Frozen Peas recipe is a total show-stopper! With crisp bacon, caramelized shallots, and a touch of garlic–you’ll never want frozen peas any other way!

Looking to make veggies more exciting? Try Roasted Vegetables, Green Beans, or these fave Baked Sweet Potatoes (with a quick-cook “secret”!).

Favorite Frozen Peas Recipe

If you’re wondering how to make frozen peas taste better, you’ve come to the right place! This recipe has my entire family begging for more—it’s the best pea recipe ever!

And while you might expect a long list of ingredients or a complicated method, that’s not the case here. These frozen green peas are quick and straightforward to make, and this side dish is definitely worthy of a spot on your holiday table! (I know they’ll be on mine!)

Process shots-- images of the shallots, bacon, and garlic being cooked in one pot

Ingredients

Ingredient	Swap or Tip
Frozen Peas	A 10-12 oz. bag works great. I like Birdseye. No need to thaw before cooking.
Bacon	For crispy bacon, pick thin slices; for a chewier texture, choose thick cuts.
Shallot	Substitute 1/4 cup finely diced onion.
Garlic	If you don’t have fresh garlic, use 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder instead.
Olive Oil	Butter can also be used.
Fresh Herbs	Mint or parsley both work well.

Process shots-- images of the frozen peas being added to the pot and it all being cooked together

How To Make Frozen Peas Recipe

Prep: Cut bacon into small pieces and slice the shallot.
Bacon & Shallots: Heat oil in a pan. Add bacon, shallot, and garlic. Cook until the bacon is crispy and shallots are soft.
Peas: Add frozen peas and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Lower the heat and cook.
Finish: Remove from heat. Add herbs and lemon juice, if you like. Serve warm!