- 4 ounces Canadian bacon, diced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 12 fresh pearl onions, peeled
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- In a large skillet, cook bacon in butter until lightly browned. Add the peas, onions, water, sugar, salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium heat until vegetables are tender, about 10-15 minutes; drain.