New Year'S Black-Eyed Pea, Sausage & Kale Dip

Name: New Year'S Black-Eyed Pea, Sausage & Kale Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces dried black-eyed peas; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup onion, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3/4 lb ground sausage; 1 1/2 cups kale, chopped; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste); salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1
***Skip this step if using canned black-eyed peas. Soak the black-eyed peas in a large pot of water overnight, or for at least 8 hours. Rinse thoroughly. Boil the black-eyed peas in a pot of salted water until they are tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
3
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the sausage and garlic and cook for 5 minutes. Add the kale, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the cooked black-eyed peas and tomatoes, and cook for 1 minute longer. Add the cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
4
Pour 1/3 of the black-eyed pea mixture in the bottom of an 8 x 8 baking dish and top with 2 ounces of cheese. Repeat two more times, ending with the cheese.
5
Bake in a preheated oven uncovered for 10 minutes. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes before serving.
6
Serve warm and enjoy!

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 8 ounces dried black-eyed peas, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/4 cup onion, minced, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, New Year'S Black-Eyed Pea, Sausage & Kale Dip falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!