1 lb. ground beef
1 1/4 c. chopped onion
1 c. chopped green pepper
2 (16 oz.) cans black-eyed peas, drained
1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes, undrained & chopped
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/3 c. catsup (optional)

Cook ground beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat, until beef is browned. Drain grease. Add remaining ingredients and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring often. Serves 6.