Best 11 Black Eyed Peas And Ham Casserole Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a delightful Southern classic - Black-Eyed Peas and Ham Casserole, a comforting and hearty dish that combines the earthy flavors of black-eyed peas with the savory goodness of ham. This casserole is a perfect blend of textures, with tender black-eyed peas, succulent ham, and a creamy cheese sauce that brings it all together. Alongside this classic recipe, we also offer variations to cater to different tastes. For a vegetarian twist, try the Black-Eyed Peas and Veggie Casserole, which swaps ham for an array of colorful vegetables. If you prefer a lighter option, the Black-Eyed Pea and Corn Casserole is a delightful choice, featuring the sweetness of corn and a hint of spice from diced jalapeños. And for those who love a bit of heat, the Black-Eyed Peas and Spicy Sausage Casserole packs a flavorful punch with its zesty sausage and a touch of cayenne pepper. No matter your preference, these black-eyed pea casseroles are sure to satisfy your cravings and warm your soul.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLACK EYED PEAS RECIPE (WITH HAM)



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Tender ham and black eyed peas simmer in an easy broth!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Main Course

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 meaty smoked ham hock
6 cups water (or low sodium chicken broth)
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon thyme
6 slices bacon
1 onion (diced)
2 ribs celery (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 pound black eyed peas (dry)
10 ounces diced tomatoes with chilis (canned)

Steps:

  • Rinse black eyed peas and remove any debris. Place in a bowl/pot and soak 8 hours or overnight.
  • In a large pot, combine ham hock, chicken broth, bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover for 60-80 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a frying pan, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside. Cook onion, celery and garlic in bacon grease until slightly tender.
  • Add onion mixture, black eyed peas and green bell pepper to the pot and simmer an additional 45-65 minutes or until black eyed peas are tender skimming off any foam.
  • Remove ham hock and cut off any meat from the bone. Add meat back to the pot with canned tomatoes (undrained), salt and pepper to taste. Simmer uncovered an additional 20 minutes or until black eyed peas reach desired consistency.
  • Discard bay leaf, stir in bacon and season with salt and pepper if needed. Serve over rice with greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Sodium 166 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BLACK-EYED PEAS & HAM



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Every New Year's Day we have these slow-cooked black-eyed peas to bring good luck for the coming year. -Dawn Legler, Fort Morgan, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and sorted
1/2 pound fully cooked boneless ham, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 cups water
Minced fresh cilantro, optional
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Soak peas according to package directions., Transfer peas to a 6-qt. slow cooker; add the next 12 ingredients. Cover and cook on low until peas are tender, 5-7 hours. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLACK-EYED PEA CASSEROLE



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This group-size dish is quick, simple and tasty. People always ask for "just a little more". I guess you could call it one of my Southern favorites.-Kathy Rogers, Natchez, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 2 casseroles (12 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (6 ounces each) long grain and wild rice mix
2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
2 small green peppers, chopped
4 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas with jalapenos, rinsed and drained
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1-1/3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the rice mixes according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onions and green peppers over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain., In a large bowl, combine the peas, soup, rice and beef mixture. Transfer to two greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dishes. , Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM



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Similar to hoppin' John, this is a great way to turn your New Year's black-eyed peas into a main dish.

Provided by Deb Newell

Time 10h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package dried black-eyed peas
1 (8 ounce) bone-in ham steak
3 slices thick-cut bacon
1 medium onion, diced
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 medium lemon, juiced
2 leaf (blank)s bay leaves
2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups chicken broth, or as needed to cover
1 ½ cups warm cooked rice
3 stalks green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Place black-eyed peas into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Drain peas. Dice ham and reserve the bone.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle. Reserve for garnish.
  • Saute onion and celery in the bacon drippings over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Drain the bacon fat and transfer vegetables to a soup pot.
  • Add peas, diced ham, ham bone, tomatoes, lemon juice, bay leaves, Creole seasoning, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cover with chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer until peas are soft, about 2 hours. Remove bay leaves and ham bone.
  • Serve over warm rice with crumbled bacon and green onions sprinkled over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.1 calories, Carbohydrate 96.9 g, Cholesterol 35.1 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 15.7 g, Protein 44.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1752.4 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

BLACK-EYED PEAS AND HAM CASSEROLE



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This is a delicious and hearty winter meal. Serve in deep bowls with a big, green salad at table, and lots of crusty bread and everyone will be happy.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Ham

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb dried black-eyed peas, soaked overnight (keep 2 cups of the bean liquor left in pot after cooking)
1 bay leaf
8 ounces smoked ham, good-quality, cut into dice
1 medium onion, finely minced
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 cup tomato ketchup
1 (12 fluid ounce) can Pepsi
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse the black-eyed peas with cold running water and discard any stones or shriveled peas. Into a 6-quart Dutch oven, place the peas, bay leaf and enough water to cover, and heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes or until peas are almost tender. Drain peas, keeping 2 cups of the liquid. Discard bay leaf. (Can be done up to 2 days ahead to this point. Refrigerate until ready to proceed with recipe.).
  • Saute onion in olive oil, over medium heat, until partially cooked and translucent, 5-6 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F Empty peas into a 4-quart baking dish and add all remaining ingredients (including onions and reserved bean water). Stir to distribute ingredients evenly throughout casserole. Taste some of liquid and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. The casserole will be quite 'wet' and should be served in bowls. Even better the next day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.8, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 26, Sodium 1119.4, Carbohydrate 82.8, Fiber 9, Sugar 37, Protein 27.9

STEWED BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH COUNTRY HAM



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 9h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 quart low-sodium chicken stock
1 cup cold water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 bay leaves
1 sprig fresh thyme
5 to 6 ounces (about 1 cup) roughly chopped country ham pieces
1 pound dried black-eyed peas, soaked in cold water overnight and rinsed well

Steps:

  • In a medium stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the onions and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic, bay leaves, thyme, and country ham. Add the black-eyed peas, chicken stock, and 1 cup cold water. Bring the liquid up to a boil, partially cover and reduce to a simmer. Simmer the peas for about 25 minutes, uncover and cook an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the peas are tender. Season the peas with salt and pepper as needed.

BLACK-EYED PEA AND HAM CASSEROLE



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A Kansas family tradition to ring in the new year. Southern families believe that black-eyed peas will bring good luck in the new year. My family cooks this simple and tasty recipe and serves with freshly baked cornbread.

Provided by justindonahue

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Beans and Peas     Black-Eyed Peas

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped cooked ham
1 cup finely chopped onion
½ teaspoon hot sauce
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, undrained
1 ½ cups cooked rice
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ham, onion, and hot sauce. Cook until onions are tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add undrained peas, rice, and salt. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until heated throughout, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 913.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

BLACK-EYED PEA CASSEROLE



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This black-eyed pea casserole is one of my husband's favorite meals, we serve this with a little cornbread and a salad. This is a very adaptable recipe, depending on the canned tomatoes and cheese you choose.

Provided by Wendy F

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (15.8 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, undrained
2 cups cooked long-grain rice
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, onion, and garlic in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly and onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Combine black-eyed peas, cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Monterey Jack cheese, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; stir into the beef mixture. Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 42.9 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 449.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

QUICK BLACK-EYED PEAS & HAM



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Make and share this Quick Black-Eyed Peas & Ham recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ammdmorrow

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed & drained
1/4 cup cooked ham, diced
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1 teaspoon creole seasoning
1 1/4 cups water
hot cooked rice
chopped tomato
green onion

Steps:

  • Saute chopped onion in hot oil over medium high heat 3 minutes.
  • Add peas & next 4 ingred.
  • Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 15minutes.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • Serve over rice w/ desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.6, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 7.9, Sodium 1333.1, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 13.7

BLACK-EYED PEAS AND HAM



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This is a Weight Watchers recipe from the 5 Ingredient 15 Minute Cookbook. It is 3 points a cup and it is delicious!

Provided by Nyahs mommy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 13m

Yield 5 cups, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup ham, diced
2 (15 7/8 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil oregano and garlic, undrained
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and ham; saute 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
  • Stir in peas and remaining ingredients and cook until heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.4, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 14.6, Sodium 963.8, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 15.1

CASSEROLE WITH BLACK-EYED PEAS



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This is a delicious casserole and it's so easy to make. I've put it in the crockpot for 4 hours on low instead of baking it, and that works great, too, especially if you're taking it to a pot-luck. Southwestern U.S. is where you'll find this great recipe.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean ground beef
2 (32 ounce) cans black-eyed peas with jalapenos, drained
2 cups rice, cooked
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup onion, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, crushed

Steps:

  • Brown meat.
  • Combine all ingredients in 13X9X2 casserole.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
  • Serve.

Tips:

  • Use dried black-eyed peas for the best flavor and texture. If using canned, rinse and drain them well before using.
  • Soak the black-eyed peas overnight before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make them more digestible.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your casserole. This will add flavor, color, and nutrition.
  • Season the casserole generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or chili powder.
  • Bake the casserole until the black-eyed peas are tender and the sauce has thickened.
  • Serve the casserole hot with cornbread, biscuits, or rice.

Conclusion:

Black-eyed peas and ham casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With so many variations to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give black-eyed peas and ham casserole a try.

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