Black Eyed Peas with Bacon and Pork

By á-164749

Ingredients

• 1 lb black eyed peas
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 6 oz pork shoulder, diced into 1/2 inch cubes
• 4 strips thick sliced bacon cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 cloves of garlic minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt if desired
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups water
• 3 bay leaves

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add pork and sear until brown on all sides, 4-5 minutes.

Add bacon, onion and garlic and cook until lightly browned, about 6-8 minutes.

Add salt, pepper, cayenne and garlic powder. Cook until mixture is coated, about 2 minutes.

Add the stock, water and bay leaves. Bring mixture to a boil and reduce heat to simmer, covered for 30 minutes.

Add black-eyed peas and continue to simmer for 2 hours until peas are very soft.

Smash some of the peas against the side for a creamier texture or puree 11/2 the mixture and return to pot.