Buttery Peas with Thyme

I needed a great vegetable to serve with my Swiss Cheese Chicken for Sunday Dinner and this side dish was perfect. Yet another great recipe from My Kitchen Cafe. 

Buttery Peas with Thyme

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2 tablespoons butter

1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 medium onion)

2 teaspoons sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 medium garlic cloves, finely minced

3 cups frozen peas

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 teaspoon fresh)

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

In a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the onion, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook until the onion is softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Stir in the peas and thyme and cook, stirring often, until the peas are just heated through, about 3 minutes. Season with black pepper (and additional salt if desired) and serve immediately.