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black eyed peas with snaps

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Recipe by
Donna Graffagnino
@StillWild
Bayou Country, LA

Black Eyed Peas on New Year's Day is meant to bring you good luck for the remainder of the year. Of course, it must have some kind of pork seasoning whether bacon, bacon grease, or ham seasoning. Serve over rice if desired for a full meal anytime or pair it with Cabbage for the trio of Good Luck, Money, and Health. I've always said that Cabbage & Black Eyed Peas with ham on New Year's Day makes one Healthy, Wealthy and Wise... It hasn't made me rich yet but I'm still waiting.

yield 8 -10
prep time 15 Min
cook time 2 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For black eyed peas with snaps

  • 1 lb
    shelled black eyed peas, or 3/4 lbs dried, soaked
  • water to cover peas by 1 inch, more as needed
  • 3
    chicken bouillon cubes
  • 1 Tbsp
    bacon grease
  • 1 lg
    onion, diced
  • 1 Tbsp
    garlic, minced
  • 1/2 md
    red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tsp
    dried chives
  • 1 Tbsp
    dried parsley
  • 1 tsp
    celery powder (optional)
  • 1/2 c
    cut green beans (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 - 1 c
    cured ham chunks or pickled meat, 1" cubes
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter or margarine

How To Make black eyed peas with snaps

  • 1
    In a large saucepan bring water, bouillon cubes, bacon grease, peas, onions, bell peppers, garlic, seasonings and ham to a boil. Save butter or margarine until the end.
  • 2
    Reduce heat and cover. Simmer on medium low heat until peas are tender and liquid starts to thicken. Taste for seasonings and add salt if needed.
  • 3
    Just before serving, add butter or margarine and stir well. Enjoy!
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