Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon, Onions, And Garlic

Name: Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon, Onions, And Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups frozen shelled black-eyed peas; 4 slices bacon, chopped (apple-smoked, if possible); 1 yellow onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 5 -6 cups chicken stock or 5 -6 cups water; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; Tabasco sauce, to taste; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 cup chopped green onion top; 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

Servings: persons

5 cups frozen shelled black-eyed peas
4 slices bacon, chopped (apple-smoked, if possible)
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
5 -6 cups chicken stock or 5 -6 cups water
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Tabasco sauce, to taste
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup chopped green onion top
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

1
Put frozen peas in a colander and run warm water over them for a few minutes (this will separate them; it is not necessary to fully defrost them).
2
In a big pot, fry the bacon over med-high heat for 3-4 minutes, until cooked but not crisp.
3
Add in the onion, celery, bell peppers, jalapeno, and garlic; decrease heat to medium and saute until the vegetables are soft but not browned, about 5 minutes.
4
Add in stock, salt, Tabasco, peas, and baking soda; increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
5
Decrease heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered until the beans are tender, about 1 hour.
6
Stir in the green onion tops and vinegar.
7
Serve immediately, or let cool and refrigerate for up to 3 days; reheat to serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups frozen shelled black-eyed peas, 4 slices bacon, chopped (apple-smoked, if possible), 1 yellow onion, chopped, 2 stalks celery, diced, and more.

Yes, Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon, Onions, And Garlic falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!