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Savory Southern Black Eyed Peas for Every Occasion

Southern Black Eyed Peas made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried black-eyed peas
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 slices of bacon or ham hock
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  • Rinse and soak the dried black-eyed peas overnight.
  • In a large pot, cook the bacon or ham hock until crispy.
  • Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add the soaked black-eyed peas, water, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and bay leaf into the pot.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours.
  • Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.