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Emeril's Good Luck Black Eyed Peas (recipes)


Ingredients

1 pound dried black eyed peas (rinsed and picked over)

5 cups vegetable or chicken stock

1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into chunks

2 tablespoons butter

1 medium onion, chopped

1 cup chopped celery

1 cup chopped carrots

Salt and pepper to taste



Directions

Soak the peas for one hour, rinse and put in a large pot. Cover with water, bring to a boil, then drain the beans in a colander and discard the water. Put the beans back in the pot and add the broth and pork. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.



In a large skillet melt butter and add the onions. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add celery and carrots and continue cooking until they are soft. Add to the bean mixture and simmer for one hour.



*Option: You can serve with a tablespoon of ketchup placed in the center This adds color and a nice flavor.