CREAMED PEAS WITH BACON

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This recipe has been in my family for years. It was my grandmother's. The peas are whole, not like baby food creamed peas! They simmer in bacon grease, evaporated milk, flour, salt and pepper. Very creamy and homemade and they even taste great heated up the next day.

Provided by MSABBYK

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 slices bacon
1 (15 ounce) can peas
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt and pepper to taste
½ (12 ounce) can evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from pan, crumble bacon, and reserve.
  • Stir peas into bacon grease left in skillet. Cook on low heat until peas are warm. Stir together flour, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour in evaporated milk and whisk until smooth. Stir milk mixture into peas; cook over medium heat until heated through and thickened. Stir in bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 475.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

Kourtneigh Ferguson
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This is the best creamed peas recipe I've ever tried. The peas were so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice touch of smokiness.


KESAB CHANDRA GOUDA
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The peas were tender and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor.


Sisay Aragie
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This recipe is a keeper! The creamed peas were delicious and the bacon added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Usama Zulfiqar
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These creamed peas were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I will definitely be making them again.


Muhammad Asim
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I've never been a big fan of creamed peas, but this recipe changed my mind. The peas were so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice touch of smokiness.


Tammilee “TammySky” Jones
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover peas. I also added some chopped carrots and celery for extra flavor.


James A. Mathew
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the creamy peas and the bacon added a nice touch of flavor.


Lian Santiago
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the peas are always so tender and flavorful.


DeanWinchestersGirl87
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This recipe was easy to follow and the creamed peas turned out creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Akashs Akashs
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These creamed peas were delicious! I used frozen peas and they worked perfectly. The bacon added a nice touch of flavor.


Mejbaul Hasan
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a quick and easy side dish that goes well with any main course.


Siya Legwale
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This creamed peas with bacon recipe was a hit! The peas were tender and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was the perfect comfort food.