It’s Time for Black-Eyed Peas

                 

Black-eyed pea time is right around the corner,

and I have all of the ingredients purchased.

That’s it folks.

My black eyed pea job is done.

Why?

Because my husband takes over from here.

 

I am going to now reveal his black-eyed pea

deliciousness secret.


He prepares them in the same way he makes

frijoles a la charra or pinto beans.


New’s Year Day I go back on duty

and make cornbread and heat up the ham.

Black-Eyed Peas

In a skillet, saute 1 large chopped onion and cut pieces of bacon.

Add minced garlic.

Once the onions are translucent, set aside.

In a soup pan , cover 2 lbs. of dried peas with water

and bring them to a boil.

Boil for a few minutes and then remove them from the heat.

Let them sit a few minutes.

Drain off the water and add fresh water.

Add the onion, bacon, and garlic and add an extra chopped onion .

Cook until tender adding just a sprinkle of chili powder and chopped cilantro

at the end.

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I know this is a vague recipe, but trust me- I had questioned my husband all I could!

 

Happy New Year!