Creamed Peas and Potatoes

about 8 medium sized red potatoes
1 c. peas
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp chicken granules
pinch paprika
salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2-2 c. whole milk

Clean potatoes, dice and bring to a boil. Last 5-10 minutes of boiling add peas. In a separate pan melt butter. Add garlic powder, onion powder and chicken granules. Add flour to make roux. Add milk stirring constantly. Add paprika and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until thickened. Drain potatoes and peas. Pour gravy mixture in and stir well.

Oven roasted potatoes(one variation)

1 pound of potatoes scrubbed and diced(bite size)
extra virgin olive oil
3-4 cloves garlic
oregano
red pepper flakes
salt

Blanch diced potatoes til less firm but not completely done. Drain and place in a 9X13 pan. Cover generously with olive oil. Sprinkle with all the above ingredients to desired taste(go sparingly with the red pepper flakes, trust me). Mix well and bake on 350 for 30-45 minutes. Goes well with this chicken recipe