Black-Eyed Pea and Bacon Soup
Description
A hearty and delicious soup made with black-eyed peas and diced bacon. Serve with fresh baked rolls or biscuits.
Ingredients
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1/2 pound bacon, diced
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1 onion, chopped
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3 quarts water
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4 cubes chicken bouillon
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2 1/2 cups dry black-eyed peas
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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6 small potatoes, diced
Directions
1
Brown bacon in a large pot over medium heat. Drain grease and place onion in the pot. Cook and stir until tender. Pour in water. Mix in bouillon cubes until dissolved. Stir in black-eyed peas; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 45 minutes.
2
Place potatoes in the pot; continue cooking until beans and potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Serve warm.