6 slices bacon, diced
1 onion, whole
6 c. water
1 c. dried black eyed peas
1 c. regular rice
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Combine bacon, onion and water in large Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer 20 minutes. Add peas, cover and simmer 1 hour and 45 minutes or until peas are tender. Remove onion and discard. Stir in rice, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer 20 minuets or until rice is tender. Serves 8.