Black-Eyed Peas And Sweet Potato Stew Recipe

Name: Black-Eyed Peas And Sweet Potato Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups dried black-eyed peas; 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in small chunks; 3 fresh tomatoes, peeled and cut in small chunks or 1 can stewed tomatoes (works, but fresh ones are better); 3 cloves fresh garlic, chopped; 1/2 large red onion, chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1 teaspoon cinnamon (or more); 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning or 1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix (or more); 1/2 - 1 1/2-1 teaspoon red peppers or 1/2-1 teaspoon creole seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon whole celery seeds or 1 -2 stalk chopped celery, with leaves (or both); salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups dried black-eyed peas
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in small chunks
3 fresh tomatoes, peeled and cut in small chunks or 1 can stewed tomatoes (works, but fresh ones are better)
3 cloves fresh garlic, chopped
1/2 large red onion, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon cinnamon (or more)
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning or 1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix (or more)
1/2 - 1 1/2-1 teaspoon red peppers or 1/2-1 teaspoon creole seasoning
1/2 teaspoon whole celery seeds or 1 -2 stalk chopped celery, with leaves (or both)
salt and pepper

1
Rinse black-eyed peas in colander (to clean), then drain.
2
Add enough water to cover beans in 3 quart vessel.
3
Boil, then turn down to medium-low heat for 30 minutes (cook until tender).
4
Keep on lower heat and add onions, garlic, parsley, celery (if desired) and seasonings.
5
Add tomatoes, and sweet potatoes.
6
Cook for another 15 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
7
Other suggested ingredients for variation are: 1 can of corn, chopped red bell peppers, or a few hot peppers.
8
You can also add olive oil and/or a dash of vinegar for added flavor.
9
Serve with, or over brown rice-- with corn bread on the side!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups dried black-eyed peas, 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in small chunks, 3 fresh tomatoes, peeled and cut in small chunks or 1 can stewed tomatoes (works, but fresh ones are better), 3 cloves fresh garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Black-Eyed Peas And Sweet Potato Stew 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.

Black-Eyed Peas And Sweet Potato Stew

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