""Even people who don't care for black-eyed peas will enjoy this hearty meatless soup," promises Donna Ambrose, Mt. Wolf, Pennsylvania. "With a crusty loaf of bread, it's a heartwarming meal for those cold winter days."..."
INGREDIENTS
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4 bacon strips, diced
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1 medium green pepper, chopped
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, undrained
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2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 cup water
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1-1/2 teaspoons salt
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1 to 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 to 1-1/4 teaspoons ground mustard
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon curry powder
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon sugar, optional
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Shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese and minced fresh parsley