Mrs. Deen, I tried the spicey black eyed peas, they were so delicous. Thank you so much for the recipe. Recipe will now be in my favorite recipe box. Again Thank You!!!

By Jo Ann Gonzales on February 10, 2012

Made these for New Years. They were a BIG HIT! Much better than regular plain old black eyed peas I've made for years.

By ghillp on January 02, 2012

The spicy blackeye peas....love LOVE this recipe! If you like it spicy then you will love it. If not use mild rotel. Yummy!

By Kimberly Russell on January 01, 2012

Love love LOVE this recipe! If you like it spicy then you will love it. If not use mild rotel. Yummy!

By Kimberly Russell on January 01, 2012

So I can put the beans in the saucepan WITHOUT soaking them overnight or do I need to do the quick soak method? It's not clear on the recipe.

By Heather Humphreys on January 01, 2012

Can this receipe be done in a slow cooker? If so how long?

By Sherry Lewis on December 27, 2011

Hi Jeanie, You can use orange juice.

By Jonathan Able on October 27, 2011

I love black eyed peas and this is a great variation from the traditional recipe and Hoppin' John. My only variation was that I added approximately two tablespoons of brown sugar and i let them simmer low for about two hours. Thanks Paula

By Crawfordrose on September 26, 2011

What do you use in place of sherry in a recipe?

By Jeanie Irons on September 06, 2011

Hi Sheila, I believe this is the recipe you're looking for: http://www.pauladeen.com/recipes/recipe_view/black_eyed_pea_cake/

By Jonathan Able on June 09, 2011

I tried your roast in your book Paula Deens Kitchen Classic page 59 it was great just ordered your maz.I saw you on T.V.with a recipe you did with blackeyed peas drained mashed with dried tomatoes etc you fried this can't find recipe if u had the time could you email to me I would appreciate it very much.Your Sweet Potato Casserole on page 283 of this book is greatYou make so many ladies life so easy with all your tips and wonderful recipes.got your cookware everyone needs a set its great Shelia

By Shelia on June 08, 2011

Love your Cookware.I cook in them every day.I"m going to try this recipe.I love black eye peas.

By Deloris Pannell on March 23, 2011

Hi Paula, We have a wonderful shop over here called Melakka Woodworks. The specialize in all wooden bowls and so many other things. Let me know if you need anything,I will be back in the good ole USA in June. Best, Stacy

By Stacy Taylor on March 21, 2011

my grandmother fixed black eyed pea supper. she cooked bacon..she then put diced onion, celery, green and red pepper, fresh mushroooms, and green chilies and garlic in the grease. once wilted down she added the beans and let them simmer for about an hour..till tender..she crumbled the bacon back on top and served with cornbread...i have since added grated parmesan cheese to mine. it is delicious..you can also add polish sausage if you have a man who needs that meat at supper. lol

By jerri sanders on January 22, 2011

Happy New Year to everyone. Yes, Paula does soak some of her beans overnight when she has the time. Other times, she uses a quick soak method (covering the beans with plenty of water and bringing to a boil then letting them soak for 1 hour). Some times though...she just cooks them a bit longer like she does with her black eyed peas. She feels like they come out just as good.

By Libbie Summers on January 03, 2011

Started the "black eyed peas for New Years" tradition with this recipe and it was absolutely de-lish! We spinoff e recipe and added some hot sauce for a little extra spicy kick. This will be our yearly recipe for sure...yum!

By Shani oneill on January 02, 2011

I cooked Paula's Spicy Black Eyed Peas for New Years Day and they were great. I soaked the beans for 8 hours, rinsed them and followed the recipe exactly and they were a hit. Think I may try adding Kelbasa next time, serve with a salad and make it a complete meal.

By DENISE RUDISEL on January 02, 2011

These were delicious! I cooked them in my Nesco and let them cook all afternoon on 250. Very easy. Happy 2011 to everyone at Paula Deen!

By Cindy on January 02, 2011

These are AWESOME!!! I always believe in eating one's black-eyed peas on New Years, but I've never enjoyed them as much as I did this year, fixed Paula's way! I soaked the beans overnight, then chopped up the bacon, fried it with the chopped onion and then added the peas, tomatoes, etc. I just used a can of rotel and it worked perfectly. Also needed a little bit more salt and pepper, but all in all, a wonderful recipe! We loved them!

By Anonymous on January 02, 2011

my grandmother makes black eye peas every new years i now have a family of my own so iam making my 1st pot and so excited to use your receipe and few of her tips what great family memorys i have around a pot of black eye peas.

By ashley h on January 01, 2011