Best 3 Baked Black Eyed Peas Recipes

Black-eyed peas, also known as cowpeas or field peas, are a versatile and nutritious legume that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. They are a staple ingredient in many Southern cuisines and are often served as a side dish, main course, or soup. This article offers three unique and flavorful recipes featuring black-eyed peas: a classic Southern-style black-eyed peas with bacon and tomatoes, a hearty black-eyed pea and collard greens soup, and a savory black-eyed pea and cornbread casserole. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and serving suggestions to ensure a delicious and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, these recipes are sure to become favorites in your kitchen and delight your taste buds.

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THE BLACK- EYED PEAS BAKED SQUASH

The Black- Eyed Peas Baked Squash image

This is one of the many recipes from my grandmothers cookbook. She passed away in May of 2005 and I am recording her wonderful recipes for my family and the many generations that will follow. I hope you enjoy her recipes as much as we do. I have not made each one yet-so cooking time and servings may vary. Blessings from FOURMRANCHWIFE in Texas This one was from a newspaper clipping Nanny had saved- Black Eyed Pea is a restuarant in the South.

Provided by staceyelee

Categories Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5 lbs medium yellow squash
2 eggs, beaten
5 -6 whole wheat rolls, torn into bits (rumor is the Black Eye Pea uses its whole wheat rolls)
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
1 small onion, chopped

Steps:

Cut squash and onion in pieces, boil together, then reduce heat until tender.
Drain & mash squash some.
Combine squash,onion, eggs, bread bits, butter,sugar, salt .
Put into a 3 quart dish that has been oiled.
Bake at 350 until lightly browned.
Sometimes I toss in some velveeta - when the kids were small they liked it with the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.3, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 66.7, Sodium 196.8, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 9.6, Protein 4.9

HONEY BAKED BLACK EYED PEAS (CROCK POT)

Honey Baked Black Eyed Peas (Crock Pot) image

This is from The Unwatched Pot. The recipe doesn't say whether or not to drain the beans. I'm guessing no. Are they still "baked beans" if they don't actually get baked?

Provided by dicentra

Categories Beans

Time 16h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups dried black-eyed peas
6 slices bacon, diced
1 onion, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon powdered ginger
3/4 cup honey

Steps:

Cover peas with water and cook on low overnight.
Fry bacon until crisp; discard fat.
Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.
Cook on low 8-9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.7, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 23.1, Sodium 881.5, Carbohydrate 106.2, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 59.2, Protein 24.3

THE BLACK-EYED PEA'S BAKED SQUASH

The Black-Eyed Pea's Baked Squash image

I love this squash recipe served at the Black-Eyed Pea Restaurant. The recipe was posted in response to a request, but it's been a family favorite ever since it was posted in the local paper years ago. A true Southern favorite.

Provided by PanNan

Categories Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5 lbs yellow squash
2 eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
4 ounces butter
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 dash pepper

Steps:

Cut the tops off the squash.
Cut in 3- 4 pieces.
Boil in water til tender (just a few minutes).
Drain and mash.
Add remaining ingredients.
Place in casserole dish.
Cover with light layer of breadcrumbs.
Bake at 350 til lightly browned (about 10- 15 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 652, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 9.7, Protein 4.7

Tips:

Use dried black-eyed peas: Dried black-eyed peas are more flavorful and have a better texture than canned beans. Plus, they're more economical.
Soak the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight helps to soften them and reduce their cooking time. If you're short on time, you can quick-soak the beans by boiling them for 1 minute, then removing them from the heat and letting them soak for 1 hour.
Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for onions, celery, and bell peppers, but you can add any vegetables you like. Some other good options include carrots, corn, tomatoes, and zucchini.
Season the beans well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of seasonings to the beans. Black-eyed peas have a mild flavor, so they can handle a lot of spices. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
Cook the beans until they're tender: The beans should be tender but still hold their shape. This usually takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes, but it may take longer depending on the type of beans you're using.

Conclusion:

Baked black-eyed peas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. They're also a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try.