Black-Eyed Pea Bruschetta
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Cooking:
20 min.
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Servings per container:
4
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Ingredients for - Black-Eyed Pea Bruschetta

1. 1 seeded Italian baguette, cut into 1/4"-thick slices -
2. 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling -
3. 4 oz. finely chopped bacon or pancetta (optional) -
4. Kosher salt  -
5. 1/2 bunch of fresh collard greens, washed, stemmed, and finely chopped -
6. 1 (15.5-oz.) can black-eyed peas, drained and thoroughly rinsed -
7. 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped -
8. 1 scallion, finely chopped  -
9. 1 clove garlic, finely chopped -
10. 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar -
11. 1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves, chopped -
12. 2 tsp. Dijon mustard or spicy brown mustard -
13. 1 tsp. honey -
14. 1/2 tsp. Cajun seasoning -
15. 4 oz. goat cheese, room temperature  -

How to cook deliciously - Black-Eyed Pea Bruschetta

1. Stage

Preheat oven to 350° and arrange bread slices between 2 baking sheets. Lightly drizzle with oil on both sides. Bake, flipping halfway through, until crispy and toasted, about 10 minutes. 

2. Stage

Meanwhile, in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until fat begins to render and bacon starts to crisp and turn brown on all sides, 7 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain, reserving excess fat in skillet.

3. Stage

In a medium bowl, massage 1/2 tsp. salt into collard greens until greens begin to release water and soften, about 2 minutes. Add peas, bell pepper, scallion, and garlic and toss until combined; season with 1/2 tsp. salt. 

4. Stage

In a small bowl, combine vinegar, thyme, mustard, honey, Cajun seasoning, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Drizzle in 1 tbsp. of reserved bacon fat and remaining 2 tbsp. oil, whisking after each tbsp., until vinaigrette is smooth and emulsified. Pour over pea mixture and toss to coat.

5. Stage

Smear toast with a thin layer of cheese. Top with 1 tbsp. pea mixture. Sprinkle with bacon, if using.