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Essential Southern Style Black Eyed Peas Recipe

Southern Style Black Eyed Peas made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb dried black-eyed peas
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 smoked ham hock or 4 oz diced ham
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. Rinse and soak the black-eyed peas overnight
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Add in the drained black-eyed peas and sauté for a couple of minutes.
  6. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the ham hock or diced ham.
  7. Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  8. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 45 minutes or until the peas are tender.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm.