Ingredients

  • 16 oz. dried black-eyed peas
  • 2 lb. pork sausage
  • 1 medium onion, chopped fine
  • 28 oz. whole tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 2 tsp. garlic salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. celery, chopped fine

Method

  • Sort and wash peas.
  • Put in a large Dutch oven.
  • Cover with water 2-inches above peas.
  • Let soak overnight.
  • Brown sausage, stirring to crumble.
  • Add onion and cook until tender.
  • Drain. Drain peas well.
  • Stir in sausage and remaining ingredients. Bring to boil.
  • Cover and reduce heat.
  • Simmer 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add water, if necessary.
  • Yields 10 servings.