Beef And Black Eyed Pea Soup

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From gooseberry patch from grandma's kitchen.

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Steps

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Brown beef and green pepper in a skillet.

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Drain and set aside.

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Melt butter an a large dutch oven.

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Add flour , whisking until smooth.

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Cook and stir constantly for 1 minute.

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Gradually add in water.

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Stir until bubbly.

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Stir in beef mixture and all the remaining ingredients , except for the rice.

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Bring mixture to a boil.

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Cover and lower heat to simmer 45 minutes-1 hour.

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Add rice during the last 15 minutes or cooking.

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Ingredients

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ground beef, green pepper, butter, all-purpose flour, water, chopped tomatoes, black-eyed peas, onion, carrot, celery, beef bouillon granules, pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cooked rice