While black-eyed are the most popular field peas, you can find many kinds in the South, including purple hull, pink-eyed, lady and crowder peas. Any variety will work in this recipe, including lima beans.
Ingredients
2 cups shelled lady peas
4 ears fresh corn, cooked
4 slices bacon or country ham
2 shallots or green onions
Instructions
1. Place peas in a medium saucepan. Cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until crisp-tender, about 30 minutes. Drain.
2. Cut kernels from ears of corn.
3. Place country ham or bacon in large skillet. Cook until crisp and browned. Remove from pan and chop or crumble. Discard all drippings except 2 tablespoons.
4. Return pan to heat. Add shallots; sauté 5 minutes. Add peas, corn and bacon. Heat thoroughly. Serves 4.
"Southern-Style Veggie Plate," July 2009.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 270 calories, 7g fat, 10mg chol., 11g prot., 42g carbs, 11g fiber, 200mg sodium.
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