BLACK-EYED PEAS

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Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound dried black-eyed peas, soaked overnight
1/2 stick (2 ounces) butter or margarine
1 large onion, cut into big cubes
1 large shallot, quartered
3 to 4 cups water
1/4 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Drain the peas, discarding the water, and set them aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, put the butter onion and shallot. When the butter is melted, increase the heat and add the peas. Mix with a wooden spoon, cover and cook about 8 minutes. Pour the contents of the skillet into a large pot, adding enough water to cover the peas. Bring to a boil, and add green bell pepper, salt and black pepper. Lower the heat to medium, and cook 50 to 60 minutes, or until peas are tender.