Black-Eyed Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Black-Eyed Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Olive oil; 6 Strips Thick-sliced bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 Medium Onion; 5 Garlic Cloves, sliced; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 4 cups Chicken Stock; 4 cups Beef Stock; 2 cups Water; 3 Bay Leaves; 3 cups Black-Eyed Peas (fresh or canned); 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar; 3 sprigs Fresh Thyme

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons Olive oil
6 Strips Thick-sliced bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 Medium Onion
5 Garlic Cloves, sliced
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
4 cups Chicken Stock
4 cups Beef Stock
2 cups Water
3 Bay Leaves
3 cups Black-Eyed Peas (fresh or canned)
1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
3 sprigs Fresh Thyme

1
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add the bacon, onion, and garlic to the pot and cook until the onion and garlic are lightly browned, about 6 - 8 minutes.
3
Add the salt, black pepper, cayenne and garlic powder. Cook until the entire mixture is coated with the spices, about 2 minutes.
4
Pour in the stock and water, and add the bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes.
5
Add the prepared peas to the pot and simmer until tender, about 1 hour.
6
Add vinegar, discard the bay leaves, and lade the soup into bowls.
7
Serve over white rice, and garnish with fresh thyme.
8
Enjoy!

1067

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons Olive oil, 6 Strips Thick-sliced bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces, 1 Medium Onion, 5 Garlic Cloves, sliced, and more.

Yes, Black-Eyed Pea Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Black-Eyed Pea Soup

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