Spicy Hot Black Eyed Peas

• 1 pound shelled fresh black-eyed peas
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve hot grease)
• 1 (16 oz) can chopped tomatoes
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 large green pepper, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• chopped fresh parsley

Combine peas and water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. Stir peas, tomatoes, and next 9 ingredients into hot bacon drippings. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour mixture into a serving dish and sprinkle with bacon and parsley. Yield: 6 servings. Serving suggestion: serve with grilled chicken.