Jean's Black-Eyed Peas Recipe

Name: Jean's Black-Eyed Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (2 lb) bag dried black-eyed peas; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 12 green bell pepper, small diced; 3 quarts chicken stock; 2 fresh garlic cloves; 1 bay leaf; 15 12 ounces diced tomatoes with juice; 3 slices fresh bacon, diced; 2 cups Italian sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 cup fresh green beans, cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 bunch fresh green onion, small diced; 3 tablespoons blackening seasoning; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1 (2 lb) bag dried black-eyed peas
1 medium yellow onion, diced
12 green bell pepper, small diced
3 quarts chicken stock
2 fresh garlic cloves
1 bay leaf
15 12 ounces diced tomatoes with juice
3 slices fresh bacon, diced
2 cups Italian sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup fresh green beans, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 bunch fresh green onion, small diced
3 tablespoons blackening seasoning
salt & pepper

1
First pour the dry peas onto a cookie sheet and sort through for any foreign objects or tiny pebbles.
2
Thoroughly rinse the peas under cool water for several minutes in a strainer.
3
Heat a large stockpot on high.
4
Add the diced bacon and sausage and let cook until brown and the fat has released.
5
Add the onions, green pepper, garlic and green beans, saute for 3-4 minutes until tender.
6
Add the bay leaf and 1/2 of the blackening seasoning and stir, allowing the seasoning to form on the vegetables and the bottom of the pot.
7
Add chicken stock and peas and bring to a simmer be careful not to boil.
8
Simmer at a gentle pace until tender, approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
9
Add additional stock if there is little liquid left.
10
When they have reached the desired doneness add the tomatoes, remaining seasoning, green onions, and the additional salt and pepper as desired.
11
Serve over hot steamed rice.

537

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (2 lb) bag dried black-eyed peas, 1 medium yellow onion, diced, 12 green bell pepper, small diced, 3 quarts chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Jean's Black-Eyed Peas falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Jean's Black-Eyed Peas

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