Black-Eyed Peas And Red Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. dry red beans
1/2 c. dry black-eyed peas
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. salt
3 slices bacon
1 c. chopped red, yellow and/or green peppers
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. dried thyme, crushed
1/8 tsp. ground red pepper
dash of ground black pepper

Preparation

Rinse red beans; drain.
In a large saucepan, combine the red beans and 3 cups water.
Cover and let stand overnight (or use quick method).
Drain, discarding the soaking liquid.
Rinse and return beans to saucepan.
Add 3 cups fresh water, washed black-eyed peas, bay leaf and salt.
Bring to boil, reduce heat. Cover and simmer 45 to 60 minutes, or until peas and beans are tender.
Drain, discarding bay leaf.