Black-eyed Peas

Name: Black-eyed Peas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh or frozen black-eyed peas; 3 - 4 slice bacon, cut into 1" pieces; 1 tsp dry, minced onion; water; 1/4 - 1/2 tsp salt; 1/8 - 1/4 tsp pepper

By Kimberly S
@mathmomma

I enjoy black-eyed peas, but I don't like them mushy. I have been trying to perfect them, and I think this recipe is quite delicious.

If I didn't have bacon on hand, I'd substitute leftover ham or approximately 4 Tbs. bacon grease.

Rating:

★★★★★ 1 vote5

Comments:

2 Comments

Serves:

Prep:

10 Min

Cook:

1 Hr

Method:

Stove Top

Ingredients

1 lb

fresh or frozen black-eyed peas
3 - 4 slice

bacon, cut into 1" pieces
1 tsp

dry, minced onion
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water
1/4 - 1/2 tsp

salt
1/8 - 1/4 tsp

pepper
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How to Make Black-eyed Peas

Step-by-Step

In a 3-quart pot over medium-high heat, cook 1" pieces of bacon partially.
Be certain to stir from time to time so that it does not burn.
(Note: I cover my pot to reduce splatter.)
Add peas and onion; stir. Then add enough water to completely cover peas.
Cover and bring to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, reduce heat and simmer for approximately one hour, stirring occasionally, and making certain water still covers the peas.
During the last 10 minutes of cooking, season with salt and pepper. (Adjust to personal taste.)