Cajun Style Grits With Black Eyed Peas Salsa Recipes

CAJUN STYLE GRITS WITH BLACK-EYED PEAS SALSA

Steps:

• Combine water, jalapeno chili, cumin and salt in medium saucepan; heat to boiling.
• Gradually stir in grits. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 7-8 minutes.
• Stir in cheese and Blackeyes.
• Spoon grits onto plates, then spoon Blackeye Salsa over grits.

CAJUN BLACKEYED PEAS

Steps:

• 1. Sort and wash peas.
• 2. Place in a large dutch oven, add water to depth of 2 in. above peas. Cover and let stand 8 hours or overnight.
• 3. Drain peas and return to dutch oven.
• 4. Add 8 cups water; bring to a boil.
• 5. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• 6. Add bacon and next 12 ingredients; return to a boil.
• 7. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until peas are tender.
• 8. Add sausage, ham, and tomatoes; return to a boil.
• 9. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
• 10. Remove bacon, if desired.

BLACK-EYED PEA SALSA

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine the salad dressing, sour cream and parsley. Add to the pea mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve with tortilla chips.