Good Luck Black Eyed Peas

Ingredients

1 pound dried black eyed peas (rinsed and picked over)
5 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Soak the peas for one hour, rinse and put in a large pot. Cover with water, bring to a boil, then drain the beans in a colander and discard the water. Put the beans back in the pot and add the broth and pork. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

In a large skillet melt butter and add the onions. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add celery and carrots and continue cooking until they are soft. Add to the bean mixture and simmer for one hour.

*Option

You can serve with a tablespoon of ketchup placed in the center This adds color and a nice flavor.