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Pot of Black-Eye Peas

Give yourself a black eye... pea, that is. This traditional black-eye pea dish uses the yummy flavor of ham, along with tomatoes, onion and garlic for the best taste possible.
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Cuisine Continental
Servings 1 servings
Calories 1401.96 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounce(s) dry black-eyed peas
  • 2 cup(s) chopped cooked ham
  • 1 dash(es) salt, to taste
  • 1 dash(es) pepper, to taste
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 onions, diced
  • 1 81/100 cup(s) can whole tomatoes

Instructions
 

  • Place black-eyed peas in 8 quart pot.
  • Add enough water to fill pot 3/4 full.
  • Stir in ham and diced onions, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic.
  • Place tomatoes in a blender or food processor, and blend until the tomatoes are liquefied.
  • Add tomatoes to pot.
  • Bring all ingredients to boil.
  • Cover the pot, and simmer on low heat for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the peas are tender.
  • Ready in 3 hrs 15 min.

Nutrition

Calories: 1401.96kcalCarbohydrates: 182.35gProtein: 58.7gFat: 29.3gSaturated Fat: 9.94gCholesterol: 152.76mgSodium: 3798.2mgFiber: 42.95gSugar: 32.25g
Keyword Pork, Tomato, Vegetables
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