1 c. black eyed peas
4 thick slices bacon, cut in 1/2" pieces
1 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. salt
1 bay leaf
1 dash each cayenne & black pepper
3 c. cooked rice

Wash peas; in 5 cups boiling water boil 2 minutes; remove from heat and soak overnight. Rinse and drain well. Cook bacon until brown. Add onion, green pepper and garlic. Saute until tender. Add beans and 2 cups water and seasonings. Cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes or until beans are tender. Remove bay leaf. Stir in rice. Continue simmering about 10 minutes. Serves 4 to 6.