A depression era staple that kept families fed. Simple, filling, and more comforting than people expect

a chipped plate somehow felt like a small mercy after a hard day. You might want to make this when you’re craving something gentle and familiar, when the world feels a bit too loud and you’d like supper to taste like quiet conversation at the kitchen table and the sound of the wind in the trees.

Serve these creamed peas on toast with a few other simple comforts to round out the plate. A slice or two of baked ham or leftover roast chicken makes this feel like a Sunday