Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A real Southern favorite, black-eyed peas are traditionally served on New Year's Day to bring good luck. My mother's recipe with bacon, garlic and thyme makes them extra special. Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana Ingredients:
1 pound dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and sorted |
1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled |
1 tablespoon butter |
1 large onion, chopped |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme |
salt to taste |
additional cooked and crumbled bacon, optional |
Directions:
1. Place peas and bacon in a large Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; let soak, covered, for 1 hour. Do not drain.
2. In a skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in thyme and salt.
3. Add to pea mixture; return to the heat. Cook, covered, over medium heat for 30 minutes or until peas are tender, stirring occasionally. If desired, top with additional crumbled bacon. Yield: 8 servings.
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