Crowder Peas

Directions

1. 1
   Cut slits in washed and dried salt pork.
2. 2
   In medium sized saucepan cover meat with about a quart of cold water.
3. 3
   Boil, covered, until meat is tender and water has evaporated down to about a cupful. Add another quart of cold water to the meat.
4. 4
   Add peas, bacon grease, sugar, onion and hot pepper. Bring to a boil, cover again and lower fire to medium low.
5. 5
   When peas have become slightly tender - about 30 minutes - add salt.
6. 6
   Continue cooking until tender and tasty, usually about 20 minutes.