Black-Eyed Peas

Directions

1. 1
   Pick over the beans, removing any stones, broken beans or other debris you may find.
2. 2
   Then place them in a heavy stockpot with water to cover and leave them overnight to plump.
3. 3
   When ready to cook, drain the beans and put them back in the stockpot with the quart of cold water, bacon fat and onion.
4. 4
   Cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.
5. 5
   If more water is needed, during cooking, add only boiling water.
6. 6
   Otherwise the beans will be tough.