BUTTERY PEAS WITH THYME

Ingredients:

• 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

Directions:

1. 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.

2. 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.