Black-Eyed Pea Salad

This is a recipe that's easy to substitute things that you don't like. It is also better the longer it sits. Serve black eyed peas on New Years Day, for health and wealth in the new year.

1 yellow bell pepper finely chopped

1 red bell pepper finely chopped

1/2 onion finely chopped

2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped

4 15 ounce cans black-eyed peas drained and rinsed

2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1 garlic clove minced

1/2 c red wine vinegar

2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

1/4 c olive oil

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

4 slices of bacon cooked and crumbled

Mix the yellow and red peppers, onion, jalapeno chilies, black-eyed peas, parsley, and garlic together in a large bowl.

Whisk the red wine vinegar and balsamic vinegar together in a small bowl. Gradually add the olive oil, whisking constantly to thoroughly blend with the vinegars. Stir in the cumin, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate 3 to 4 hours.

Just before serving, stir in the crumbled bacon.