Cajun Skillet Black-eyed Peas

Description
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group

Ingredients

 * 1 small onion — chopped
 * 3 cloves garlic — minced
 * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * 2 stalks celery — chopped
 * 1 green bell pepper — chopped
 * 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried) -- chopped
 * 1 teaspoon fresh oregano (or ½ tsp dried) -- chopped
 * 1 tablespoon fresh basil (or 1 tsp dried) -- chopped
 * ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
 * 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (or more to taste)
 * red pepper to taste
 * 1 x 14½ oz can diced tomatoes
 * 1 tablespoon honey
 * 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
 * 1 x 16 oz can black-eyed peas — rinsed and drained
 * cooked white or brown rice

Directions

 * 1) In a large skillet, saute the onions, garlic and bell pepper in oil on medium heat.
 * 2) Add chopped celery and continue to saute for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
 * 3) Add thyme, basil, oregano, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, and red pepper to taste.
 * 4) Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until onions are golden, stirring occasionally.
 * 5) Add tomatoes, honey, and mustard and simmer 5 more minutes.
 * 6) Add the peas, cover, and stir occasionally until thoroughly heated.
 * 7) Serve over rice.