CB s Black Eyed Peas

4 slices bacon, chopped

1 pound dry black-eyed peas

6 cups water

1 onion, chopped

1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon chili powder

salt to taste

Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.

Place the dried peas, water, onion, tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, garlic, and chili powder into a slow cooker, and stir to combine. Stir in the bacon and bacon grease, and set the cooker on High. Cook until peas are tender, about 4 hours. Season to taste with salt, and serve.