Purple Hull Peas Heart Healthy Food

PURPLE HULL PEAS - HEART HEALTHY

Steps:

• Well Rinse the Purple Hull Peas -I put mine in a colander in a bowl and fill with cold water and rinse several times until I can see when the water is clear.
• Fill a Three Quart Sauce Pan half way with water - about 6 Cups.
• Place on High Heat.
• Add Salt, Olive Oil, and Sugar.
• Bring to a rolling boil.
• Add Peas.
• Bring the water back to a rolling boil.
• Then turn the heat down Med-Low.
• Wait until they Simmer.
• Then Cover and Simmer for 90 minutes.

PURPLE HULL PEAS WITH BACON AND ONIONS

Steps:

• In a medium sauce pan, saute bacon for 2 minutes to release fat, then add onion and jalapeno. Continue to saute over medium heat until onions are caramelized and bacon is browned. To reduce calories, can pour off any rendered fat.
• Add peas and just enough chicken stock to cover the peas.
• Add smoked salt and fresh pepper to taste.Cover pan and simmer gently until peas are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
• Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve and enjoy!

MOM'S PURPLE-HULL PEAS

Steps:

• Place the purple hull peas into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, add okra if using and boil for 2 minutes, stirring twice. Reduce heat to medium-low, add the bacon, sugar, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer until tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.