Green Peas and Onions

Prep time : 20 minutes .... Cooking time : 20 minutes
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups small onions , peeled or 1/2 package (16 ounces) frozen small whole onions
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups fresh or frozen green peas
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary , crumbled
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1) In a large saucepan over high heat , bring water to boil . Add onions and salt and return to boil . Reduce heat to moderate and cook , cover 8 minutes .
2) Add peas , return to a boil and cook covered , 7 to 9 minutes more .
3) Meanwhile , in a small saucepan ov er low heat , melt butter . Add rosemary and steep 2 to 3 minutes .
4) Drain peas and onions , add butter and pepper ; toss lightly to mix . Makes 4 servings .
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