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Black-Eye Pea Soup

Source of Recipe

Quick Cooking


Recipe Introduction

I know, you're probably thinking, yuck! But, it actually is delicious! Even my son, who doesn't eat ANYTHING, loved it! Try it before you say you don't like it!

List of Ingredients

4 bacon strips, diced
1 med. green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 1/2 oz each) black-eyed peas, undrained
2 cans (14 1/2oz each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 tsp salt
1 to 1 1/4 tsp ground cumin
1 to 1 1/4 tsp ground mustard
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp curry powder
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp sugar, optional
Shredded cheese, optional



Recipe

In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon drippings in the pan. Saute the onion, green pepper, and garlic until tender.
Add peas, tomatoes, and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15-20 min. Sprinkle with bacon, (cheese and parsley - opt.).
Yield: 8 servings (2 quarts).