Texas Blackeye Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. dry blackeyes
1 lb. ground beef
1 1/2 c. chopped onions
1 1/2 c. diced celery
1 1/2 c. tomato puree
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/3 tsp. garlic powder
1 to 2 Tbsp. chili powder

Preparation

Soak beans overnight.
Brown meat.
Add onions and celery and cook slightly.
Add tomato puree, seasonings and the drained, soaked blackeyes with about 1 1/4 cups water.
Cook over low heat about one hour or until chili is thick and beans are tender, stirring occasionally.
Add water, if necessary, to maintain desired consistency.