New Peas and Potatoes

• 2 lbs. Potatoes, cubed
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 4 T. Butter
• 4 T. Flour
• 1 t. Salt
• 1/2 t. Pepper
• 2 1/2 c. milk, half-and-half, or a combination
• 1/2 c. of the water the potatoes are boiled in
• 4 c. shelled fresh peas or 2 10 oz. pkgs. frozen peas

In a medium-large sauce pan, cook potatoes in boiling salt water for 15-20 minutes or until tender.  Drain all but 1/2 c. of the water and set aside.  In the same saucepan, saute the onions in the butter.  blend in flour, salt, and pepper.  Stir in milk and remaining potato water and heat until sauce thickens, stirring constantly.  Add potatoes and peas and heat through.  {You can also add 8 slices partially fried crumbled bacon to the sauce as you heat it}