Frozen peas add a pop of sweetness and color to all sorts of dishes, but I particularly appreciate them in rich soups and stews. Their bright flavor offers a bit of vegetal respite from meaty and creamy flavors and—if you add them right at the end—they can help cool your soup down to a reasonable, less painful…
Source: LifeHacker – Add Frozen Peas to Soups and Stews Just Before Serving