Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon
Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon brings tender legumes simmered in chicken broth together with onion, celery, garlic, and smoky bacon for a comforting Southern-style pot. The beans turn rich and savory as they cook, with just enough salt and pepper to balance the smokiness. Serve it as a hearty side or a cozy bowl for dinner on chilly evenings.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the bacon, turning now and then, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then crumble once cool enough to handle.
- 2
Heat the bacon drippings over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, and garlic and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth, black-eyed peas, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil and skim the surface if needed.
- 3
Lower the heat to maintain a simmer. Add the bacon and adjust the salt and pepper to taste. Cover and simmer until the peas are tender, 30 minutes to 1 hour, based on your preferred tenderness.
- Calories 130.99 kcal Moderate
- Protein 9.93 g Moderate
- Carbs 19.86 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.12 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 1.03 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 16.71 mg Moderate
- Sodium 716.98 mg High
- Fiber 5.25 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.83 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.03 g Low Source
- Calcium 144.96 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.44 mg Low Source
- Potassium 128.16 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 239.61 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 5.39 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Celery
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Black Eyed Peas with Bacon is a Soul Food side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Black Pepper, Celery, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 130.99 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon?
- It is a Soul Food recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Black Pepper, Celery, Chicken Broth, Dried Blackeye Peas. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 130.99 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.
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