"This black eyed peas recipe is huge on flavor, with chopped bacon, smoked ham, the Cajun holy trinity and lots of seasonings. Big taste of the U.S. south!..."
INGREDIENTS
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4 slices bacon (chopped)
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1 medium onion (chopped)
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1 medium green bell pepper (chopped)
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1 jalapeno pepper (chopped (optional – I like it for a bit of extra heat))
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1 stalk celery (chopped)
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4 cloves garlic (chopped)
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1 pound smoked ham (chopped)
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend (or more to taste - I usually use 2 tablespoons)
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1 pound black eyed peas (sorted through, rinsed, soaked and drained)
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4 cups chicken stock (or more as needed)
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Chopped parsley and spicy red pepper flakes for serving