How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Healthy And Delicious: Southern-Style Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon Recipe?

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound dried black-eyed peas, 5 ounces (6 slices) bacon, cut into 3/4-inch squares, 2 red onions, peeled and sliced, 4 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped, and more.

Healthy And Delicious: Southern-Style Black-Eyed Pe

Name: Healthy And Delicious: Southern-Style Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound dried black-eyed peas; 5 ounces (6 slices) bacon, cut into 3/4-inch squares; 2 red onions, peeled and sliced; 4 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 1 tablespoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 bay leaves; 2 teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt; 2 teaspoons Tabasco or other hot sauce; Fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, for garnish

Try this homemade Healthy And Delicious: Southern-Style Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon recipe the whole family will love. Made with black-eyed peas, bacon, …

This Healthy And Delicious: Southern-Style Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as dried black-eyed peas, freshly ground black pepper, bay leaves and tabasco or other hot sauce. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 463 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

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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