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black-eyed peas with a healthy twist

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Carol White
Fort Lauderdale, FL

This is one of my favorite family recipes taken to a healthy level. My family recipe would be full of some type of smoked meat to give it flavor. But I choose to take the lighter more healthy way to prepare my Black-eyed Peas and still give them lots of flavor. Enjoy!

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 55 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For black-eyed peas with a healthy twist

  • 3 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 4 clove
    garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 c
    onions (diced)
  • 4 c
    low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 c
    fresh black-eyed peas, or frozen, defrosted and drained
  • 1 tsp
    crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 c
    chopped scallions for garnish

How To Make black-eyed peas with a healthy twist

  • 1
    In a 3 - 5 quart Dutch oven, over medium heat; add olive oil, garlic and onion. Sauté until translucent. Then add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • 2
    Add black-eyed peas, reduce heat and simmer, covered, 30-40 minutes or until tender. ( Add a little water if necessary. Then add red pepper flakes and let simmer for about 5 - 10 minutes, salt and pepper to taste.
  • 3
    Place beans in a serving dish and add chopped scallions for garnish. Serve over steamed white or brown rice.
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