Creamy Philly Peas (Video and recipe)

No, I have not abandoned my blog. And I am so very sorry I have not been very active. I have been in a bit of a feeling like ass slump. You know that kind of slump right? K, now that we have that cleared up. I present you a delicious recipe for some scrumptious peas via video.
This is a video I submitted for The Real Women of Philadelphia contest .
If you foodies haven’t entered yet..get your video camera out and your Philly thinking hats on and enter the contest. It has been a blast. Each week I will post another video here on my blog so you cant see what an absolute dork I really am!

Leslie’s Jumping For Joy Philly Peas

  • 6 pieces of bacon, chopped
  • 3 Shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp. of Butter
  • 2 tbsp. of Flour
  • 1 cup(s) of Chicken Stock
  • 4 ounce(s) of Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Softened
  • 1 pound(s) of Peas, frozen or Fresh
  • 2 pinch of Salt
  • 2 pinch of Pepper
  • Steps
    1. Pre heat a large skillet over medium high heat.
    2. Add bacon and sauté until crispy
    3. Remove 1 tablespoon of the crispy bacon (as garnish) and set aside.
    4. Add the sliced shallots and cook for 30 seconds
    5. Add the butter and stir until melted.
    6. Turn down the heat to medium.
    7. Add the flour and cook it for 2 minutes, stirring continuously
    8. Add the chicken stock and stir until a nice sauce forms
    9. Add the Philadelphia Cream Cheese and stir until incorporated into sauce.
    10. Add the peas and cook for 5 minutes.
    11. Add salt and pepper to your liking.
    12. Pour in serving dish and top with reserved bacon.
    13. DIG IN!

    Comments

    1. Mmmm, now that's how peas should be served!

    2. Bridgett says:

      LOL, I just love you Leslie. You are darling and I am loving the peas. Oh yes, I know the slump…I know that damn slump well.

    3. you're such a friggin weirdo. god bless us LMFAO. love it.

    4. Siggy Spice says:

      YUM. YUM. YUM! 'Nuff said 😉

    5. Chef Fresco says:

      i've never had peas quite like these before. I'd give them a try, no doubt!

    6. Healthy and Homemade says:

      Leslie I loved it!!! You made watching this such an absolute joy, I look forward to many more videos!

      My husband is Southern and when I told him about this he just said "omg mmmmmmm." So I will DEF be making this soon! I am also a pea freak, I think they are so creamy and delicious and I'm always looking for new ways to cook em'! Keep the recipes coming doll =)

    7. i'll never be able to eat peas prepared regularly again–these are amazing!
      and hey–you may be in a slump, but at least you're not a frump. 🙂

    8. Donna-FFW says:

      Definitely a printer outer recipe.. so trying these they look scrumptious!

    9. Leslie M. says:

      You kill me Les!! hahh Love the the earrings and you are adorable. The peas sound amazing (will leave out the bacon or substitute fackon bacon!!

      YUMMERS
      Leslie
      LeslieVeg@msn.com
      http://www.leslielovesveggies.net/
      Leslie Loves Veggies

    10. Meghan says:

      Like your kids, I've never really liked peas, but I think this recipe may change my mind! Great video! Good luck in the contest 🙂

    11. Katrina says:

      The peas with cream cheese and bacon sound de-lish! Definitely need to try them! Love the video!

    12. teresa says:

      fabulous recipe! way to go!

    13. ♥peachkins♥ says:
    14. pigpigscorner says:

      Your philly earrings…lol

    15. Diane {createdbydiane.blogspot.com} says:

      great video! You're a natural 🙂

    16. Barbara says:

      I adore your videos, Leslie!! You have such a cute way about you. You must be a fun mother!
      Your enthusiasm comes over so well in the video, anyone would be nuts not to run to the store to buy the ingredients for your pea dish!
      Can't wait to see more….

    17. Grumpy and HoneyB says:

      ;o) LOVE your earrings! LOL. Great video! Who wouldn't want those peas once you've added the cheese & bacon!! Yum!

    18. Great video. I think my kids would be jumping for joy with these peas too…actually, so would I!

    19. Hilarious video and your earrings look faaaabulous, dahling!

      I copied the recipe to my BigOven software because my favorite creamed peas just become obsolete. You rock.