This delectable dish combines tender red potatoes, vibrant peas, and a luscious creamy sauce, topped with crispy bacon and diced onions. Baked to perfection, this comforting casserole brings together a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The creamy sauce, made with butter, flour, milk, and evaporated milk, coats the potatoes and peas, infusing them with a rich and velvety goodness. With each bite, you’ll experience the creamy, savory sauce mingling with the natural sweetness of the potatoes, the burst of freshness from the peas, and the smoky crunch of bacon. It’s a delightful side dish that can complement a variety of meals or stand on its own as a satisfying main course. Easy to prepare and sure to please, this Red Potato Casserole with Creamy Pea Sauce is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients:
2 lbs red potatoes, boiled and halved
¼ cup butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ cups milk
1 cup evaporated milk
10 oz frozen peas
½ cup diced onion
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius). Grease a baking pan.
Place the boiled and halved red potatoes on the greased baking pan. Sprinkle the frozen peas evenly over the potatoes.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper, creating a roux.
Gradually add the milk and evaporated milk to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches the desired consistency.
Pour the creamy sauce over the potatoes and peas, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the diced onions and crumbled bacon on top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy your delicious red potato casserole with creamy pea sauce!
Note: You can adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. Feel free to add grated cheese on top for an extra touch of flavor, if desired.
