Creamed Peas - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups frozen green peas
2/3 cup chicken broth (or use water)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (to taste) (optional)
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
3 -4 tablespoons parmesan cheese (to taste) (optional)
salt and black pepper (to taste, I use seasoned salt)

Preparation

In a medium saucepan combine the peas with chicken broth or water; and garlic powder (if using) bring to a simmer then add in butter (do not drain the broth or water).
In a small bowl whisk together whipping cream with flour and sugar until smooth then add to the peas; cook stirring over medium-high heat stirring/whisking constantly until thick and bubbly (about 4 minutes).
Mix in Parmesan cheese (if using) then season with salt and pepper to taste.