Crowder Peas, Fresh (Black-Eyed Peas)

By OralW

Ingredients

• FRESH CROWDER PEAS (BLACK-EYED PEAS)
• Hands-on time: 20 minutes
• Time to table: 60 minutes
• Serves 4
• Salted water
• 1 pound peas, shelled
• DRESSING
• 1 tablespoon good olive oil
• 1 tablespoon good vinegar
• Fresh herbs if desired

Preparation

Step 1

Bring the water to a boil while shelling the peas. Add to boiling water, cover and let cook for about 40 minutes or until done. (They are quite starchy, very similar in texture to canned or frozen black-eyed peas.) Drain and return to the hot pot.

Meanwhile, whisk the dressing. Pour over hot drained peas and toss several times to coat and let the liquid soak in. Toss with herbs and serve immediately.