Description
A warm, hearty dish of black-eyed peas slow-cooked to perfection, bringing good luck and comfort during New Year festivities.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried black-eyed peas (rinsed and sorted)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 smoked ham hock (or diced ham)
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Optional: 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Rinse and sort the black-eyed peas, removing any debris or damaged peas.
- In a slow cooker, layer the rinsed peas, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Add the ham hock, broth, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and bay leaves.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the peas are tender.
- If using a ham hock, remove it once cooked, shred the meat and stir it back into the beans. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Enjoy your black-eyed peas warm, alongside your favorite sides.
Notes
Consider garnishing with fresh chopped herbs or a drizzle of hot sauce for added flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern