Creole Style Black Eyed Peas

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Transplanted here from the mayo clinic's website for zwt9. i did alter it a smidge.

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Steps

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Sort & rinse peas.

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In a medium saucepan over high heat , combine black-eyed peas with water to cover.

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Bring to a boil for 2 minutes , cover , remove from heat and let stand for 1 hour.

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Drain the water , leaving the peas in the saucepan.

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Add 2c broth , tomatoes , onion , celery , garlic , mustard , ginger , cayenne pepper and bay leaf.

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Stir together and bring to a boil.

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Cover , reduce heat and simmer slowly for 2 hours , stirring occasionally.

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Add water as necessary to keep the peas covered with liquid.

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Remove the bay leaf , pour into a serving bowl and garnish with parsley.

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Serve immediately with rice.

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Ingredients

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low sodium vegetable broth, dried black-eyed peas, low-sodium crushed tomatoes, onion, celery, garlic, dry mustard, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, fresh parsley