~ From my Garden Kitchen
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Fresh Summer Peas
1 quart fresh shelled purple-hull, crowder, or lady peas 1 whole onion Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon sugar 3 - 4 slices bacon, salt pork, or smoked ham
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Clean and rinse peas thoroughly. In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients and add enough water to just cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours. You may let this sit, covered, until serving time.