Texas Caviar

Directions

1. 1
   In a large saucepan, cover the peas by at least 1 inch with stock.
2. 2
   Bring the liquid to a boil over high heat.
3. 3
   Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook the peas until they are tender, anywhere from 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours depending on your peas.
4. 4
   (Frozen peas generally cook faster.)
5. 5
   Stir occasionally, and add more stock or water if the peas begin to seem dry before they are done.
6. 6
   Drain the peas.
7. 7
   In a large bowl, toss them together with the remaining ingredients.
8. 8
   Refrigerate the peas, covered, at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
9. 9
   The peas get tastier over several days.
10. 10
    Serve the peas chilled.