Black-Eyed Pea Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. black-eyed peas
3/4 c. chopped onion
2 Tbsp. butter or oleo
1 (10 oz.) can chicken broth
6 c. water
1/2 to 1 bay leaf
1/4 tsp. thyme
2 tsp. salt
1 (16 oz.) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
4 sliced hot dogs, 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled up, or a meaty ham bone

Preparation

Sort and rinse peas.
In large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender, but not brown.
Add these both to a large pot. Cover with water.
Add bay leaf, thyme and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until peas are tender.
Add tomatoes and meats.
Cover and simmer 30 to 45 minutes more.
Serves 6 to 8 (high fiber).