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Bacon Ranch Pea Salad

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"This easy salad came about in an attempt to satisfy my son who loves peas and my husband who doesn't. It has become a huge hit. You may want to double the recipe if you want any leftovers!" — suessinmi

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4 slices bacon
1 quart water
1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas

1/3 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup Ranch dressing
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

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Directions

Place bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
Bring the water to a boil in a pot. Boil the peas 1 minute, until just tender, and drain. Cool peas under cold running water.
In a bowl, toss together bacon, peas, onion, Ranch dressing, and Cheddar cheese. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until chilled before serving.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 50 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 07, 2006

Great Recipe...I had tasted a great pea salad at a pot luck get together and was looking for a good recipe that seemed close. This was even better. I used a little less bacon (5 slices for a double recipe) because I had thick sliced bacon. Also, I added chopped hard boiled eggs, because that other pea salad had them in it. Wonderful. Using frozen or fresh peas is a key in, as canned peas (much like green beans) don't even taste the same in my opinion, and the mushy texture and bland color are a turn off. To the poster that said it got watery the next day, that's normal... just stir it with a spoon for gosh sakes, or tilt it and drain off the water.

—RogerK

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Sep 20, 2005

This was a nice change for a side dish. I didn't like it as much as I thought I would. I think I would have liked it better w/ canned peas, which I may try next time. I did use real bacon bits to save time.

—VALERIE7430

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May 02, 2006

I have a son who hates vegetables, so I am always on the lookout for new ways to try them. (I had to leave out the onions because he will not eat ANYTHING with onions.) This was a huge hit and is now a staple in our menu plans. I used a couple of shortcuts--I don't boil the peas. Just put them in a colander and run hot water over them until they thaw. I also use a package of real bacon bits instead of cooking the bacon. I have used both regular frozen peas and the Green Giant Select baby sweet peas--the baby peas are sweeter and make it even better! This also better if you refrigerate it overnight.

—SoDakMinnie

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Jun 08, 2005

Try adding a touch of garlic powder to this (to taste). This salad is excellent. You can also put in a sweet red onion for a sweeter taste. Thanks for sharing...A keeper!

—HOORAYHEATHER

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Jan 03, 2006

This is a great summer side dish(however I make it throughout the year). My grandmother made this for me as a child. She used ham and cheddar cheese cubes. Using bacon and shredded cheese is a nice change. I also tried it using turkey bacon and low-fat ranch...still delicious. Thanks for a great recipe.

—nyangel1203

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Aug 11, 2005

This was wonderful, really easy and liked by all. It gets better with time. I put it on a bed of lettuce. I used mayo mixed with salt, pepper, a dash of vinegar and sugar and fresh chives.

—ANGELAKOMLJENOVIC

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Aug 03, 2004

This pea salad is delicious! Not a big fan of ranch dressing, but it all worked so well together. My whole family loved it!

—GXROXY

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May 10, 2005

Yummy!!! We loved it! I used green onions, not quite a whole bag of peas and a little less ranch...it's a keeper!

—CHEEKY4

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Nutrition

Calories
359 kcal
18%

Carbohydrates
18.3 g
6%

Cholesterol
36 mg
12%

Fat
25.6 g
39%

Fiber
5 g
20%

Protein
14.1 g
28%

Sodium
741 mg
30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Bacon Ranch Pea Salad

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 359
Calories from Fat: 230

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.6g 39 %
Saturated Fat 7.4g 37 %
Cholesterol 36mg 12 %
Sodium 741mg 30 %
Potassium 273mg 8 %
Total Carbohydrates 18.3g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 5g 20 %
Protein 14.1g 28 %
Sugars 7.9g
Vitamin A 50 %
Vitamin C 35 %
Calcium 21 %
Iron 20 %
** Thiamin 36 %
** Niacin 38 %
** Vitamin B6 12 %
** Magnesium 14 %
** Folate 36 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.