BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH BACON

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You're not a true Southerner if you don't like Black-Eyed Peas. Not just for New Year's Day, these peas are a favorite and can be found on Southern tables year round. Serve with rice or hot corn bread. Can be fixed with any type of meat, but bacon seems to be the best. If you can find a good ham bone, that's good to use too.

Provided by Tammy Raynes

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb dry black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 Tbsp butter or margarine
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp dried thyme
salt to taste
additional crumbed bacon, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Place peas and bacon in a soup kettle or Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes.
  • 2. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Do not drain.
  • 3. In a skillet, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until tender. Add to pea mixture with thyme.
  • 4. Return to the heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until peas are soft. Add salt. Top with bacon if desired.

Kushal Tiwari
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The peas are creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds just the right amount of smokiness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Osvaldo Perez
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I'm not a fan of bacon, so I used turkey bacon instead. It worked out great and the peas were still delicious.


Inlike Jumpman
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This is my go-to recipe for black-eyed peas. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love that I can use frozen peas, which makes it a great option for a last-minute meal.


Yousef Essam
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The peas were a little too mushy for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try cooking them for a shorter amount of time next time.


Sanaullah Luck
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of black-eyed peas, bacon, and spices. It's a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cold winter day.


Abu Hanif Noman
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I followed the recipe exactly and the peas were still a little bland. I added some extra spices and it helped a bit, but I think next time I'll use a different recipe.


Aqulicia Marine
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can throw it all in the crock pot and let it cook all day. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Amaury Guzman
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I'm not a huge fan of black-eyed peas, but this recipe changed my mind. The bacon and spices really elevate the flavor of the peas. I'll definitely be making this again.


Silvijo Phan
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I halved the recipe and it was still plenty for two people. The peas were creamy and the bacon was crispy. I'll definitely be making this again!


Andre Pickett
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The black-eyed peas turned out great! They were tender and flavorful, and the bacon added just the right amount of smokiness. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.


Kevine Otieno
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This black-eyed peas with bacon recipe is a winner! It's a simple and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. I especially love the addition of bacon, which gives the peas a smoky and savory flavor. I served it over rice and it was a hit