Do I *have* to soak the black eyed peas?

Nope! Honestly, I rarely do. It shaves off some cooking time, but the **black eyed peas recipe crock pot** still works beautifully without soaking. If you're really in a hurry, a quick hot water soak (an hour or so) can help.

Can I use canned black eyed peas for this recipe?

Technically, yes, but it's *not* my favorite. The flavor just isn't the same, and they can get mushy. If you're desperate, use about 6 cans (drained and rinsed) and reduce the water to 4 cups. But, trust me, dried is the way to go for the best **black eyed peas recipe crock pot**!

How long will leftovers last?

In the fridge, your leftover **black eyed peas recipe crock pot** will be good for 3-4 days. Make sure to store them in an airtight container. They actually taste even better the next day, as the flavors meld!

Can I freeze black eyed peas?

Yep! Let them cool completely, then portion them into freezer-safe bags or containers. They'll keep in the freezer for 2-3 months. Just thaw them overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave. This **black eyed peas recipe crock pot** is a great freezer meal option!

Is this black eyed peas recipe crock pot spicy?

It's got a *tiny* kick from the red pepper flakes, but it's super mild. If you're sensitive to spice, just leave them out. And if you like it hot, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of your favorite hot sauce!

Black Eyed Peas Recipe Crock Pot: Grandma's Lucky 8

Name: Crock Pot Black Eyed Peas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-492373H38M51S
Total time: PT-492373H38M51S
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 pound dried black eyed peas; 8 cups water; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 smoked ham hock

Description

Prepare a batch of flavorful black eyed peas in your crock pot. This recipe is simple and great for gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound dried black eyed peas
8 cups water
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 smoked ham hock

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Instructions

Rinse black eyed peas and remove debris.
Place peas, water, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and ham hock in a crock pot.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until peas are tender.
Remove ham hock before serving.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to your taste.
Serve hot as a side dish or main course.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 8 hr
Category: Side Dish
Method: Crock Pot
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 220
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 5mg