The Proverbial Black-Eyed Pea

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   Shell the peas, using some of the tender snaps.

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   In a 3 quart pot, cover the peas with water and add salt.

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   Add your choice of meat.

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   (In an emergency when you're out of meat, peas may be seasoned with Lawry's seasoning salt.)

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   Bring to a boil and simmer about 2 or 2 1/2 hours.

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   Taste and correct seasonings.

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   This same method works for cream peas, crowder peas or purple-hulled peas. Serves 4 - 6.

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