Lady Cream Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Lady Cream Pea Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. lady cream peas, dry (black-eyed peas may be substituted); 6 tbsp olive oil, divided in two; 2 lb. andouille sausage, diced; 4 onions, finely diced; 2 red bell peppers, finely diced; 6 stalks celery, finely diced; 3 tbsp minced garlic; 12 quarts chicken stock; 8 sprigs marjoram; 6 sprigs thyme; 4 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 bunches kale, cut into fine strips

Servings: persons

2 lb. lady cream peas, dry (black-eyed peas may be substituted)
6 tbsp olive oil, divided in two
2 lb. andouille sausage, diced
4 onions, finely diced
2 red bell peppers, finely diced
6 stalks celery, finely diced
3 tbsp minced garlic
12 quarts chicken stock
8 sprigs marjoram
6 sprigs thyme
4 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2 bunches kale, cut into fine strips

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Step 1: Soak peas for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
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Step 2: In a medium saute pan, heat 3 tbsp olive oil. Add the andouille sausage and cook until light brown, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the meat from the pan and set aside.
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Step 3: If necessary, add more oil to the pan and then add the onions, bell peppers and celery; cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
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Step 4: Add the garlic, chicken stock, herbs and peas. Cook over medium heat for 1 hour. Season with Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Continue to cook the peas until nearly tender. Add the andouille sausage and continue cooking until peas are very tender. Add the kale and cook an additional 3 minutes.
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Step 5: Serve with Gueydan rice, a special rice from Louisiana that tastes and smells like buttered popcorn and can be found in specialty markets.

1616

kcal

Calories

117

Fat

Carbs

104

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 lb. lady cream peas, dry (black-eyed peas may be substituted), 6 tbsp olive oil, divided in two, 2 lb. andouille sausage, diced, 4 onions, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Lady Cream Pea Soup Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!