Best 6 Black Eyed Peas Baked Squash Recipes

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Black-eyed peas and baked squash are classic Southern comfort foods, often served together for a hearty and flavorful meal. The combination of the creamy, slightly sweet squash and the savory, earthy black-eyed peas creates a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. Both dishes are relatively easy to prepare, making them a great option for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you choose to bake the squash whole or in cubes, and whether you prefer to use canned or dried black-eyed peas, there are countless variations of this classic dish that can be tailored to your own personal preferences.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THE BLACK-EYED PEA'S BAKED SQUASH



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I love this squash recipe served at the Black-Eyed Pea Restaurant. The recipe was posted in response to a request, but it's been a family favorite ever since it was posted in the local paper years ago. A true Southern favorite.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lbs yellow squash
2 eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
4 ounces butter
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the tops off the squash.
  • Cut in 3- 4 pieces.
  • Boil in water til tender (just a few minutes).
  • Drain and mash.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Place in casserole dish.
  • Cover with light layer of breadcrumbs.
  • Bake at 350 til lightly browned (about 10- 15 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 652, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 9.7, Protein 4.7

BLACK-EYED PEA'S BAKED SQUASH



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Categories     Vegetable     Side     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lbs. medium-size yellow squash
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 to 2 C. bread crumbs (see note)
4 oz. (1 stick) butter or margarine
1/4 C. sugar
salt to taste
2 T. chopped onion
dash of freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut off tips of squash, then cut each squash into 3 or 4 pieces. Drop squash into a large saucepan with enough boiling water to cover. Return to a boil, reduce heat and cook until tender. Drain squash in colander, then place in a large bowl and mash. Stir in eggs, crumbs, butter, sugar, salt, onion and pepper. Spoon mixture into a 3-quart casserole that has been lightly greased or coated with vegetable oil spray. Sprinkle a light layer of bread crumbs on top. Bake until lightly browned, 30 to 40 minutes. Makes 12 servings.

BLACK-EYED PEA'S BAKED SQUASH



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Categories     Vegetable     Side     Bake     Vegetarian

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 LBS Medium Yellow Squash
2 Eggs beaten
1 Cup Bread Crumbs (rumor has it that Black-Eye Pea uses whole-wheat rolls)
4 OZ Butter or Marg. (1 Stick)
1/4 Cup Sugar
2 TBS Chopped Onion
Salt as needed
Dash of Pepper

Steps:

  • Cut off tips of squash,& cut ea. in 3-4 pieces. Drop into Lg saucepan, with enough water to cover squash. Return to boil reduce heat & cook until tender,drain in colander then mash coarsley. Combine with beaten eggs,almost all bread crumbs,butter,sugar,salt,onion,& pepper.Cover with a light layer of bread crumbs use about 1/4-1/3 cup reserved for this. Bake at 350* until lightly browned.

BLACK-EYED PEAS, CORN AND SQUASH SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups dried black-eyed peas
1 onion, peeled, cut in half and stuck with two cloves
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons salt plus 2 tablespoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
10 ears fresh corn, shucked
2 tablespoons salt
3 thin zucchini, diced
4 crookneck yellow squash, diced
8 Italian Roma tomatoes, cored and diced
1 bunch scallions, washed and sliced thinly at an angle
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 bunch flat leaf parsley, washed, leaves chopped coarsely

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain black-eyed peas. Place in medium heavy saucepan and add onion halves (with cloves), bay leaf and enough water to cover by an inch. Bring to the boil, reduce to barely a simmer, cover and cook 20 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, and a little more water if none is visible when you tilt the pan, and cook, covered, another 20-30 minutes until beans are creamy inside but still intact. Drain and remove onions and bay leaf. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, bring large pot of water to the boil. Add 2 tablespoons salt and 5 corn cobs. Cook corn 23 minutes. Remove corn and repeat with remaining cobs. Let cobs cool, then carefully cut corn from cob with sharp knife. Place cut corn in a medium bowl and add diced zucchini and squash, tomatoes, and scallions. Place vinegar in a small bowl and whisk in yogurt along with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Drizzle in olive oil while whisking so as to form an emulsion. Pour dressing over corn and vegetables. Add cooled black-eyed peas and chopped parsley. Stir gently to combine and serve.

THE BLACK- EYED PEAS BAKED SQUASH



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This is one of the many recipes from my grandmothers cookbook. She passed away in May of 2005 and I am recording her wonderful recipes for my family and the many generations that will follow. I hope you enjoy her recipes as much as we do. I have not made each one yet-so cooking time and servings may vary. Blessings from FOURMRANCHWIFE in Texas This one was from a newspaper clipping Nanny had saved- Black Eyed Pea is a restuarant in the South.

Provided by staceyelee

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lbs medium yellow squash
2 eggs, beaten
5 -6 whole wheat rolls, torn into bits (rumor is the Black Eye Pea uses its whole wheat rolls)
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
1 small onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Cut squash and onion in pieces, boil together, then reduce heat until tender.
  • Drain & mash squash some.
  • Combine squash,onion, eggs, bread bits, butter,sugar, salt .
  • Put into a 3 quart dish that has been oiled.
  • Bake at 350 until lightly browned.
  • Sometimes I toss in some velveeta - when the kids were small they liked it with the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.3, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 66.7, Sodium 196.8, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 9.6, Protein 4.9

NOT YOUR MAMA'S BLACK-EYED PEAS



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The infusion of spices, herbs, heavy cream, okra, and Andouille sausage is sure to take this traditional dish to a different level - one that your family and friends will love.

Provided by CookingWithShelia

Categories     Black-Eyed Pea Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup chopped white onion
½ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped shallots
4 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
1 pound Andouille sausage, diced
½ cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
4 cups chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
1 (10 ounce) package frozen whole okra

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in onion, celery, shallot, and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add diced sausage to the pot and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove some of the sausage for garnish and set aside. Add butter, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper; cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Add peas and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in chicken stock, bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream. Remove 1/2 of the soup and puree in a blender. Return pureed black-eyed pea mixture to the pot and continue cooking on low, stirring well, for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add okra to a cast iron skillet and cook over medium-high heat until they are well charred, 3 to 4 minutes. Add okra to black-eyed peas and serve garnished with reserved sausage pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 104.5 mg, Fat 44.9 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 20.7 g, Sodium 1197.6 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash: For this recipe, it's best to use a large, firm squash with a deep cavity, such as a butternut squash or acorn squash.
  • Prep the squash properly: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Brush the inside of the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the black-eyed peas: Rinse the black-eyed peas and soak them in water for at least 4 hours, or overnight. Drain the peas and rinse them again. In a large pot, combine the peas with water, onion, garlic, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the peas are tender.
  • Make the filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked black-eyed peas, corn, bell pepper, onion, and spices. Stir in the beaten egg and bread crumbs.
  • Stuff the squash: Spoon the filling into the prepared squash halves. Top with the cheese and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Black-eyed peas and baked squash is a delicious, hearty, and healthy dish that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. The squash is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, while the black-eyed peas are a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. This dish is also a good source of antioxidants, which can help to protect the body from disease.

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