BLACK-EYED PEAS AND KIELBASA SOUP

Black-Eyed Peas and Kielbasa Soup image

Provided by carole in orlando

Categories Clear Soup

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

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1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas (I do not drain them)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups canned chicken broth (can use homemade)
1/2 cup onion, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 -2 teaspoon garlic, minced (I use minced garlic from the jar)
8 ounces turkey kielbasa, sliced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

In a large pot add the olive oil and heat to meduim. Add the carrots, celery, kielbasa and saute until the onions are soft and the kielbasa is starting to brown. Add the blackeyed peas, tomatoes, chicken broth and seasoings.
Reduce heat to medium low until simmering then lower the heat to low. Place the lid of the pot loosely on top to allow some of the liquid to evaporate. Simmer for 45 minutes to an hour. Serve with crusty rolls or cornbread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.8, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 40.1, Sodium 1827.5, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 6.2, Protein 17.9