28 oz italian tomatoes 1 c broth 1 c quick cooking brown rice 1 ts bottled garlic 2 bay leaves 1 ts basil leaves 1 ts thyme leaves 1 green bell pepper 16 oz black-eyed peas
Instructions
Remove and discard bay leaves. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. This is a Louisiana inspired stew, rich and fairly thick. For a thinner stew, add additional broth. Serving suggestion: Serve with garlic bread.