Cajun Black Eyed Peas

• Black Eyed Peas:
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small medium onion chopped
• 1 clove garlic chopped
• 2 15 oz cans of black eyed peas
• 1 15 oz can of diced tomatoes
• 3 tsp cajun seasoning (more if you like spicer foods)
• Cajun Seasoning:
• 4 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• Combine all seasoning ingredients in spice grinder or use a mortar and pestle. Use 3 tsp for black eyed peas. Store remaining spice mix in a tightly sealed jar. Makes 2 oz.
• Fresh Cilantro leaves

1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven. Add onion and garlic, saute till soft. Add black eyed peas, tomatoes and cajun seasonings. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes over medium-low heat stirring occasionally. Garnish with cilantro.

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/cajun-black-eyed-peas-50015131 (may not work)