Fresh Country Peas

Directions

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   In
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   1
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   1/2
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   quart microwavable casserole, combine peas, onion and
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   water.
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   Cover;
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   vent
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   and
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   microwave on High 6 to 9 1/2 minutes,
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    or just until vegetables are tender; set aside. In microwavable
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    bowl,
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    microwave
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    bacon
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    until crisp; drain. Discard fat if using margarine.
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    Otherwise, leave 1 tablespoon fat in bowl;
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    stir
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    flour and
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    sugar
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    into margarine or fat. Stir in broth
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    until
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    smooth.
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    Microwave sauce on High 1 to 2 minutes
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    or until
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    thick,
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    stirring
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    every 30 seconds. Drain water from vegetables and add sauce; toss to coat.
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    Spoon into bowl; sprinkle with cooked bacon. Serves 4.