Classic Southern Pea Salad with Bacon

Instructions:

1. Rinse frozen peas in a colander under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel to prevent a watery salad.
2. Dice the sharp cheddar cheese and red onion into uniform, small pieces.
3. Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until mahogany-colored and crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble into bite-sized shards.
4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
5. Gently fold in the peas, diced cheese, onion, crumbled bacon, and diced hard-boiled eggs using a silicone spatula in a cut-and-fold motion until evenly coated.
6. Chill the salad for 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to infuse.