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a small batch of black eyed peas with bacon in a bowl.
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Small Batch Black Eyed Peas

Southern black eyed peas with bacon made using canned black eyed peas simmered with onion and garlic for rich, homestyle flavor. This easy small batch recipe is ready in minutes and serves one generously or as a side for two.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose
Keyword: black eyed peas, black eyed peas with bacon, canned black eyed peas, new year
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 strips bacon -cut into ½-inch pieces
  • ½ cup chopped onions
  • 1 clove garlic -minced
  • 1 (15-ounce) canned black eyed peas -rinsed and drained
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Instructions

  • In a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp.
  • Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion softens, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the black eyed peas, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.

Notes

  • Cook the onions and garlic in the bacon fat to build smoky, savory flavor.
  • Season gradually and taste as you cook to avoid over-salting.
  • Simmer gently over low heat so the black eyed peas heat through without breaking apart.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 3.9mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 2.8mg

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