Emeril's Black Eyed Pea Salad

YIELD 6 cups or 8 servings

INGREDIENTS

5 cups cooked black eyed peas
6 slices crisp, cooked Turkey bacon, crumbled, fat reserved separately
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

PREPARATION:

  1. Combine the black eyed peas, bacon, 3 tablespoons of the reserved bacon fat, and all the remaining ingredients in a large bowl; toss well to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight, stirring occasionally.
  2. Allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Toss well just before serving.

    This recipe was featured on the Answers to a Complex Problem Episode of Emeril Green.

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