Mom's Purple Hull Peas

Purple hull peas are simmered with a pinch of baking soda to keep their color; serve with pork chops and cornbread for a delicious Southern meal.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 120 minutes

Total Time: 130 minutes

Servings: 6

Nutritional Information

Calories:182 kcal

Carbohydrate:18 g

Cholesterol:13 mg

Fat:9 g

Dietary Fiber:4 g

Protein:8 g

Saturated Fat:3 g

Sodium:523 mg

Unsaturated Fat:0 g

Instructions

Step 1
Gather all ingredients.
Step 2
Place purple hull peas into a large pot; pour in enough cold water to cover peas. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Step 3
Add okra if using and boil for 2 minutes, stirring twice.
Step 4
Reduce heat to medium-low; add bacon, sugar, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
Step 5
Cover and simmer until tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

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