How to Make Dave's Georgia Black-Eyed Peas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Dave's Georgia Black-Eyed Peas recipe is a traditional Southern dish that brings a rich and flavorful taste to your table. This classic recipe has been passed down through generations and has become a staple in many households, especially in the state of Georgia.

Black-eyed peas are a type of legume that is packed with nutrients and has been a popular ingredient in Southern cuisine for centuries. They are often served on New Year's Day as a symbol of good luck and prosperity, making t...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds dried black-eyed peas
  • 12 cups water
  • 8 cubes chicken bouillon
  • 1 pound bacon
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 large yellow onions, chopped
  • 1 pound cooked ham, cut into bite-size pieces
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 16 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 16

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Rinse, pick over, and place peas in a large bowl. Cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse.
  • Pour water into a large saucepan or stockpot. Add bouillon cubes and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve bouillon. Stir in peas; reduce heat and bring to a simmer.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble bacon and set aside.
  • Melt butter in the pan with bacon grease; cook and stir onions until they begin to turn brown at the edges, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir onions and cooking fat into peas; add crumbled bacon, ham, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer over low heat for 8 hours, stirring every hour.
  • Nutrition

    431 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 51mg
    • Sodium: 1177mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 718mg