1/2 lb. sliced salt pork
1 lb. dry black eyed peas
2 qts. water
1 1/2 c. long grain rice

Fry salt pork in Dutch oven to render fat. Remove pork from fat with slotted spoon. Add water, peas and cook over low heat. After cooking 1 hour test peas for taste and add salt if needed. When peas are tender, add rice, cover and simmer until water is absorbed. Serves 10 to 12.