Black-Eye Beans

By davethibodeaux

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 cup vegetable broth or water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, minced
• Cooked rice
• Shredded white cheddar
• Hot sauce (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium. Add onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. Stir in black-eyed peas, broth, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low; cook 10 more minutes. Stir in green onions and parsley.

3. Serve on top of cooked rice and garnish with cheese. Add hot sauce, if desired.