Stewed Black-Eyed Peas with Country Ham Recipe

Name: Stewed Black-Eyed Peas with Country Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup chopped onions; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 bay leaves; 1 sprig fresh thyme; 5 to 6 ounces (about 1 cup) roughly chopped country ham pieces; 1 pound dried black-eyed peas, soaked in cold water overnight and rinsed well; 1 quart low-sodium chicken stock; 1 cup cold water; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 bay leaves
1 sprig fresh thyme
5 to 6 ounces (about 1 cup) roughly chopped country ham pieces
1 pound dried black-eyed peas, soaked in cold water overnight and rinsed well
1 quart low-sodium chicken stock
1 cup cold water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
In a medium stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2
When the oil is hot, add the onions and cook for 2 minutes.
3
Stir in the garlic, bay leaves, thyme, and country ham.
4
Add the black-eyed peas, chicken stock, and 1 cup cold water.
5
Bring the liquid up to a boil, partially cover and reduce to a simmer.
6
Simmer the peas for about 25 minutes, uncover and cook an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
7
Season the peas with salt and pepper as needed.

440

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup chopped onions, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 2 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Stewed Black-Eyed Peas with Country Ham 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.

Stewed Black-Eyed Peas with Country Ham

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