Potluck Black-Eyed Pea Salad

• 1 pound dried black-eyed peas
• 1 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cups chopped green pepper
• 1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
• 3/4 cup finely chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup finely chopped seeded jalapeno peppers
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

1. Place peas in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2-in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse peas, discarding liquid. Return peas to pan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until tender.
2. Drain peas and place in a large bowl. Add salad dressing and onion; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until cool. Add the remaining ingredients; toss gently.

blackeyed peas, italian salad dressing, onion, green pepper, sweet red pepper, green onions, peppers, fresh parsley, garlic, salt, hot pepper

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/potluck-black-eyed-pea-salad/ (may not work)