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Better Than Anyone's Pea Salad

The classic pea salad. A southern staple, if you will. You see it at family picnics, at showers for brides and babies, and the cafeteria line at Luby's. It makes a tasty and light side to bring along to any potluck or even a funeral reception to comfort loved ones. But what makes some pea salads just "ok" vs. a pea salad that is so good you seek out the person who made it and ask them for the recipe? THIS is that recipe. The one that beats all the other pea salads in the south. Save it, share it, enjoy it!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 190kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 oz package frozen sweet peas thawed and uncooked
  • 2-3 whole  eggs, medium/large hard boiled and chopped
  • 6 slices bacon cooked crisp and chopped (extra bacon never hurt nobody)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onion
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, mild or medium sharp shredded
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup celery  chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

Boiled Eggs

  • Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan, remove it from the heat, and let the eggs sit for 10–12 minutes.
  • Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice (lots of ice) water and let them cool for 15 minutes. Gently crack the shells and peel the eggs under cool running water for easier peeling. Chop the peeled eggs.

Pea Salad

  • Thaw the peas by placing them in warm water for a few minutes, or let them sit at room temperature for about 1 hour. Drain well.
  • Cook the bacon until crisp, then drain on paper towels and chop.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed peas, chopped eggs, bacon, green onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and celery.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld, better overnight!
  • Stir before serving and enjoy!