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How to Make Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black-eyed peas are a classic Southern dish that is often enjoyed on New Year's Day for good luck. This recipe for black-eyed peas with bacon is a simple and hearty dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the smoky bacon and the creamy black-eyed peas creates a rich and flavorful dish that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Black-eyed peas are a type of legume that is packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. They are also low in fat and chol...

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Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon, or more to taste
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups dry black-eyed peas - sorted, rinsed, and drained
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place bacon in a 5-quart Dutch oven and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle.
  • Heat bacon drippings over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion, celery, and garlic in the drippings until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth, black-eyed peas, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil and skim the top if necessary.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer. Add bacon and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Cover and simmer until peas are tender, 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on how tender you like them.

    • Nutrition

    329 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 1140mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1001mg

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