Preparation Time: 1 hour
Number of Servings: 8
Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 0.50

Ingredients:
1-1/4 cups dry black-eyed peas
1 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup green onion, finely chopped

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