Ingredients
1 16-ounce package frozen sweet peas, thawed and uncooked (canned peas can also be used)
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
4 to 6 slices of cooked, crisp bacon, crumbled or 1 cup cooked, chopped ham (optional)
1/2 cup chopped green onion (regular onion can be substituted)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (any cheese can be used)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds or 1/2 cup chopped celery
Dash of cayenne pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
1-In a salad bowl, combine the thawed peas (drained if necessary), chopped eggs, bacon or ham (or both), onion, cheese, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, celery seeds or chopped celery, and cayenne.
2-Mix in the mayonnaise and sour cream thoroughly.
3-Refrigerate for a couple of hours before serving.
4-Serves 6 to 8 people.
Last Step:
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⏰ Prepare the salad a day ahead to let flavors develop and save time on serving day.
🌶️ Customize your salad by adding ingredients like tomatoes, green pepper, dill, sweet pickles, or rotisserie chicken for variety.
❄️ Keep frozen peas slightly thawed but still cold before mixing to maintain a refreshing chilled salad for potlucks or picnics.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Refrigeration Time: 2 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving