Savory Black Eyed Peas with Bacon
Indulge in the hearty Southern flavors of Savory Black Eyed Peas with Bacon—a comforting dish that combines tender black-eyed peas with the smoky richness of crispy bacon. This soul-warming recipe infuses the legumes with aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and a blend of smoked paprika and thyme, simmering everything in flavorful chicken broth for ultimate depth. The crumbled bacon adds a delightful crunch, while a garnish of fresh green onions brings a pop of freshness to every bite. Perfect as a standalone meal or paired with cornbread or rice, this one-pot dish is a must-try for fans of classic comfort food. Packed with protein and bursting with bold seasoning, it’s the ideal recipe for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. Keywords: black-eyed peas, bacon recipe, Southern comfort food, hearty one-pot meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 stalks green onion
Instructions
Rinse the black-eyed peas under cold water to remove any debris, then soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
Finely dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Add the olive oil to the pot if needed, then sauté the onion in the reserved bacon fat over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the soaked black-eyed peas, smoked paprika, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the peas simmer gently for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until tender.
Crumble the cooked bacon and stir it into the pot during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot, either as a side dish or a main course with cornbread or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 5805 mg | 252% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1904 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
