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spicy black-eyed peas

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Recipe by
Lynette !
@breezermom
Gulf Breeze, FL

This is kind of like a "cheater" version of Hoppin John. It has the Cajun holy trinity, but uses convenience items liked canned beans instead of dried to make the recipe quicker and easier. Great side for a large gathering, or you can cut the recipe down for less people.

yield 12 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For spicy black-eyed peas

  • 6-8 slice
    bacon
  • 2 c
    onion, chopped
  • 2 c
    celery, chopped
  • 2 c
    green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 can
    black-eyed peas (16 ounce), drained
  • 1 can
    chopped tomatoes (16 ounce), undrained
  • 1 can
    chopped tomatoes and green chiles, undrained (10 ounce)
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 tsp
    pepper

How To Make spicy black-eyed peas

  • 1
    Cook the bacon in a large skillet until crisp; remove the bacon, reserving the drippings in the skillet. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
  • 2
    Saute the chopped onion, celery and bell pepper in the bacon drippings until the vegetables are crisp tender. Add the reserved bacon, black-eyed peas, and remaining ingredients. Stir well.
  • 3
    Bring the mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for 30 minutes.
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