Crowder Peas

Dried crowder peas can be stored in a cool, dry place indefinitely. Canned or cooked crowder peas should be refrigerated and used within 3-4 days.

Soak dried crowder peas overnight before cooking to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility.

Add aromatics like garlic, onion, and smoked meat (like ham hocks) to your cooking liquid for richer flavor.

Crowder peas pair well with cornbread and greens.

Smoked ham hocks or bacon

Onions and garlic

Collard greens or mustard greens

Cornbread

Not soaking dried peas can lead to excessively long cooking times and a less tender result.

Overcooking can turn the peas mushy; aim for tender but not falling apart.