How to Make Black-Eyed Pea and Bacon Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black-eyed pea and bacon soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for the cooler months. This recipe is a twist on the traditional black-eyed pea soup, adding the smoky and savory flavor of bacon to the mix. The result is a rich and satisfying soup that is sure to warm you up on a cold day.

Black-eyed peas are a type of legume that are popular in Southern cuisine. They are a great source of protein, fiber, and several vitamins and minerals, making them a healthy addition to ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound bacon, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 quarts water
  • 4 cubes chicken bouillon
  • 2 ½ cups dry black-eyed peas
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 6 small potatoes, diced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Brown the bacon in a large pot over medium heat. Drain grease, and place onion in the pot. Cook and stir until tender. Pour in the water. Mix in the bouillon cubes until dissolved. Stir in black-eyed peas, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 45 minutes.
  • Place the potatoes in the pot, and continue cooking 15 minutes, or until beans and potatoes are tender. Serve warm.
  • Nutrition

    286 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 962mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 29mg
    • Calcium: 202mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1171mg