Southern Pea Salad Classic (Print Version)
A blend of peas, bacon, and creamy dressing for a flavorful side dish.
# Ingredients:
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1 (16-ounce) package of frozen sweet peas, thawed (or canned peas)
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2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
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4 to 6 slices of bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled (or 1 cup cooked and chopped ham, optional)
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1/2 cup chopped green onions (or regular onions, if preferred)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any preferred cheese)
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon celery seeds (or 1/2 cup chopped celery)
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A sprinkle of cayenne pepper
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup 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 to allow the flavors to blend together wonderfully.
# Notes:
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Serve this salad as a side dish for barbecues or family gatherings.