5 slices bacon
1 c. onion, chopped
2 Tbsp. jalapeno, finely chopped
2 c. chopped canned tomatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
3 c. hot water
3 beef bouillon cubes
4 (15.8 oz.) cans black-eyed peas
1 c. grated Cheddar or Swiss cheese

Cut bacon into small pieces; sauté until brown. Drain. Pour out grease in pan. Add onion, bacon, jalapeno, garlic and tomato to pan. Sauté. Dissolve bouillon in hot water. Drain peas; add to bouillon, then add to onion and bacon mixture. Simmer together. Serve hot with cheese sprinkled on each serving.