Black eyed peas

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsBlack-eyed peas
1tablespoonSalt
1Garlic clove; halved
½cupBacon drippings; or veg. oil
3Garlic cloves; crushed
3Green peppers; chopped
3Onions; chopped
2Bay leaves
3tablespoonsVinegar
1teaspoonSalt
Black pepper; to taste

Directions

Pick over peas; wash thoroughly. Place in a heavy saucepan and cover with water; soak overnight.

Drain peas, and place in a heavy saucepan; cover with fresh boiling water. Add 1 T. salt and garlic halves; cover and simmer 3 hours, adding boiling water as needed. Just before serving, heat bacon drippings in skillet; add crushed garlic, green pepper, onion, and bay leaves. Cook until vegetables are soft. Stir in vinegar, 1 t.

salt and black pepper. Spoon into cooked peas; mix well.