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Field Peas and Rice
Field Peas and Rice
D. Rattray
At a Glance
Course : Entree
Special : Easy
Type of Prep : Crock Pot, Simmer
Cuisine : Cajun, Southern, U.S. Regional
Occasion : Family Dinner, Kwanza, New Year's, Party, Potluck
 
Field peas with ham and seasonings, along with onion, celery, garlic, and rice.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 pound dried field peas or black-eyed peas
  • 1 meaty ham bone
  • 1 large onion, chopped, about 1 cup
  • 1 to 2 ribs celery, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun or Creole seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • hot cooked rice for 6
  • sliced green onions, for garnish

PREPARATION:

Rinse, pick over, and simmer field peas in water until tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Rinse and drain the peas. In slow cooker combine peas with ham bone, onion, celery and garlic. Add 1 cup water or broth. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours. Add Cajun seasoning, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. Continue cooking for 1 to 2 hours longer. Serve with hot cooked rice and sprinkle with sliced green onion, if desired.
Serves 6.


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