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Southern Style Sweet Peas

Cultural Context

Southern Style Sweet Peas are a staple in Southern American cuisine, often served as a side dish at family gatherings and Sunday dinners. This dish highlights the simplicity and freshness of sweet peas, enhanced by the richness of butter and the savory notes of bacon. While traditionally made with bacon, variations may include turkey bacon or even vegetarian options, making it a versatile choice for modern diets.

Southern AmericanUSside
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
5 pieces salted pork
1/2 cup onions
2 cans sweet peas
1/2 cup whole milk
2-3 teaspoons sugar
1/2 tablespoon chicken bouillon
3 teaspoons seasoning salt
2-3 teaspoons black pepper
1-2 teaspoons onion powder
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
dab of butter

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while smoked sausage adds a different flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a different flavor profile.

1

Cook 5 pieces of salted pork in a skillet until it resembles bacon; do not cook all the way through.

2

Remove the salted pork from the skillet, leaving a small amount of oil in the pan.

3

Add 2 cans of sweet peas to the skillet.

4

Add 1/2 cup of diced onions to the sweet peas.

5

Pour in 1/2 cup of whole milk.

6

Add 2-3 teaspoons of sugar.

7

Stir in 1/2 tablespoon of chicken bouillon.

8

Add 3 teaspoons of seasoning salt and 2-3 teaspoons of black pepper to taste.

9

Add 1-2 teaspoons of onion powder and 1/2 tablespoon of garlic powder.

10

Turn the stove on to bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the skillet.

11

Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 45 minutes, covered.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Sweet PeasSouthern Peas

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