Fried Peas

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups peas (fresh or frozen, but you definitely want small or baby peas)
  • 1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/4 cup onion, chopped
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • margarine
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. If using frozen peas, let sit in a bowl of hot water to thaw.
  2. Meanwhile, fry bacon and onion pieces until bacon is cooked (but not crisp) and onion is translucent.
  3. Add mushrooms and peas, adding margarine if necessary.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, if desired, and serve.
  5. *BBQ instructions: Fry bacon and onion as above. Using 4 squares of double-thickness heavy foil, divide bacon and onions evenly on each. Add peas and onions, margarine, salt and pepper, and a teaspoons of water. Close packages and cook over medium-hot grill for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
  6. Try adding chopped carrots, corn, and/or chopped green beans.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

399 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.1g 20% DV
Total Fat 35.1g 45% DV
Carbs 13.1g 5% DV
Fiber 2.5g 9% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10306mg 100% DV
Potassium 302mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 25.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 90mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 23.3mg 26% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 28mg 2% DV
Iron 1.3mg 7% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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