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Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Serves 84 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled with 2 tablespoons drippings reserved 2 tablespoons CRISCO Oil 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2-1/2 cups chicken broth 2 10-ounce packages frozen green peas 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes Salt and pepper to taste Combine reserved bacon drippings and Crisco Oil in large saucepan. Stir in flour. Cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, 2 to 3 minutes, or until light brown. Gradually whisk in broth. Heat to boiling. Add peas, onions, parsley flakes, salt and pepper. Return to boiling. Cover. Reduce heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally to break apart peas, 10 minutes, or until onion is tender. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon. Garnish with sliced pimiento, if desired. |
