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HOT BUTTERED PEAS


SERVES 4


1 pound (about 3 cups) frozen peas
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper




  1.  Place   the peas    in  a   colander    and run under   hot water   until

    thawed and warmed, about 4 minutes; drain well.



  2. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high
    heat. Add the peas and toss to coat. Cook, stirring, until
    heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest
    and juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

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