Black-Eyed Peas and Rice

December 2008-February 2009

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1 can black-eyed peas
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks scallion, crushed
• 1 sprig thyme
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper
• 2 pounds rice
• Salt, to taste

Direction

1. Combine water, coconut milk, peas (with water from can), carrot, seasonings in a  large pot.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Add rice and salt. Cook until liquid is absorbed and rice grains are tender.

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