Black Eyed Peas with Herbs

Ingredients

• dried black-eyed peas
• olive oil
• dried hot red chili pepper
• garlic cloves
• bay leaves
• dried oregano
• dried thyme
• paprika
• salt

Preparation

1. 1wash and drain black-eyed peas
2. 2soak peas overnight in water that covers by 5 inches
3. 3drain peas and discard soaking liquid
4. 4in a large pot , add the peas and 4 1 / 2 cups water
5. 5bring to a boil
6. 6cover , turn the heat down to low , and simmer for 40 minutes or until the peas are tender
7. 7set aside without draining
8. 8add the oil to a large skillet and put over medium-high heat
9. 9when the oil is hot , add in the chile and stir once
10. 10it should darken and puff up immediately
11. 11quickly add in the garlic and stir once
12. 12add the black-eyed peas and all the cooking liquid , the bay leaves , oregano , thyme , paprika , and salt
13. 13stir mixture and bring to a simmer
14. 14simmer gently , uncovered , for 20 minutes
15. 15serve hot