smothered green peas

Smothered Green Peas:

2 slices bacon, diced

1/4 cup diced ham

1/2 cup diced yellow onion

1 teaspoon minced garlic

4 cups fresh or frozen sweet green peas

1 cup chicken stock

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until the fat begins to render and turn golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add the ham, onion and garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the peas, stock, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer until the peas are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a warm dish for serving.

Yield: 6 servings