Mom's Purple Hull Peas

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 120 min

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Description

Purple hull peas are simmered with a pinch of baking soda to keep their color; serve with pork chops and cornbread for a delicious Southern meal.

• 1 1/2 pounds frozen purple hull peas

• water to cover

• 8 ounces fresh okra

• 4 ounces bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

• 1 tablespoon white sugar

• 1/8 teaspoon baking soda

• salt and pepper to taste

1 Gather all ingredients.

2 Place purple hull peas into a large pot; pour in enough cold water to cover peas. Bring to a boil over high heat.

3 Add okra if using and boil for 2 minutes, stirring twice.

4 Reduce heat to medium-low; add bacon, sugar, baking soda, salt, and pepper.

5 Cover and simmer until tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.