"A real Southern favorite, these are traditionally served on New Year's Day to bring good luck. My mother's black-eyed peas recipe with bacon, garlic and thyme makes them extra special. —Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound dried black-eyed peas
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1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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Salt to taste
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Additional cooked and crumbled bacon, optional