Southern Pea Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 (16-ounce) package of frozen sweet peas, thawed (canned peas work too).
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2 eggs, hard-boiled and chopped.
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4 to 6 slices of bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled (or 1 cup of cooked and chopped ham, optional).
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1/2 cup of chopped green onions (substitute with regular onions if preferred).
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1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (feel free to use your favorite cheese).
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1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
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1/2 teaspoon of salt.
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1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.
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1/2 teaspoon of celery seeds (or 1/2 cup of chopped celery).
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A sprinkle of cayenne pepper for a touch of heat.
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1/2 cup of mayonnaise.
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1/2 cup of sour cream.
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed sweet peas, chopped hard-boiled eggs, crumbled bacon or chopped ham (if using), chopped green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese.
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Sprinkle in the black pepper, salt, garlic powder, celery seeds (or chopped celery), and a dash of cayenne. Stir thoroughly to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
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In another bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and sour cream until they form a smooth mixture. Pour this dressing over the pea mixture and gently stir to coat all the ingredients.
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Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least an hour before serving. This time allows the flavors to blend together wonderfully.
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Serve this Classic Southern Pea Salad as a refreshing side dish at your next barbecue or family gathering. It’s a simple yet satisfying recipe that’s bound to become a new favorite!.