BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH A HEALTHY TWIST

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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!

Provided by Carol White

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • 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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