Southern blackeyed peas

8 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4cupsBlack-eyed peas; * see note
2quartsWater
¼teaspoonSalt
2ouncesLean ham; cubed**

Directions

*Dried peas may be used; soak overnight or at least 6 hours in cold water ** Canadian bacon may be substituted for ham Place peas in large pot containing 2 quarts water. Add salt and lean ham.

Cook approximately 1 hour or until peas are tender. Additional water may be added during cooking.

Recipe by: Southern But Lite, 1989, p. 159 Posted to recipelu-digest Volume 01 Number 422 by Lou Parris <lbparris@...> on Dec 30, 1997