Black-eyed peas with bacon and jalapeños
Black-eyed peas are slowly cooked until tender in a smoky, spicy broth rich with jalapenõs and bacon. A delicious side dish that’s also perfect for celebrating the New Year.
Black-eyed pea recipes
Smoky black-eyed pea and sausage soup
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