Ingredients:

  • 16 oz frozen sweet peas, thawed and dried
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 2 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Place the frozen peas in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until thawed. Note: This removes excess starch.
  2. Use a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to pat them completely dry. until no moisture remains on the surface.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Note: Whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  4. Cube the sharp cheddar cheese into small, uniform pieces.
  5. Chop the hard boiled eggs into bite-sized chunks.
  6. Finely dice the red onion. Note: Smaller pieces blend better into the cream.
  7. Combine the dried peas, cubed cheddar, chopped eggs, and diced onion in a large mixing bowl.
  8. Pour the dressing over the ingredients.
  9. Gently fold with a spatula until every pea is coated in the velvety sauce.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning. Note: Add a pinch more salt if the cheese isn't sharp enough.