Combine bacon, onion, and water in a large Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer 20 minutes. Add peas; cover and simmer 1 hour and 45 minutes or until peas are tender.
Remove onion; discard. Stir in rice, salt, and pepper; cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
Oxmoor House Homestyle Recipes