Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

water

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 cup

rice

1 lb

dry black-eyed peas

2 unit

green onions

chopped

0.25 lb

bacon

cooked crisp, drained and crumbled

2 tbsp

bacon fat

Step 1
~5 min

Soak and cook black-eyed peas according to package directions until tender.

Step 2
~5 min

Bring water and salt to a boil in a saucepan.

Step 3
~5 min

Add rice to the boiling water.

Step 4
~5 min

Cover the saucepan and reduce heat to low.

Step 5
~5 min

Simmer the rice for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 6
~5 min

In a large skillet or frypan, combine cooked bacon fat, cooked rice, cooked black-eyed peas, and chopped green onions.

Step 7
~5 min

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to your liking.

Step 8
~5 min

Heat the mixture over medium heat until everything is warm.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir in the crumbled cooked bacon.

Step 10
~5 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soaking the black-eyed peas overnight will reduce cooking time.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Serve with cornbread for a complete Southern meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with collard greens and cornbread.

Top with a fried egg.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Collard Greens
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional New Year's dish symbolizing luck and prosperity.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

New Year's Day

Occasion Tags

New Year's
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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