Black Eyed Peas Sausage
A hearty and comforting dish made with tender black eyed peas, savory sausage, and aromatic spices, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup black eyed peas, rinsed and soaked overnight
- 1 pound sausage (Italian or smoked)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian option
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- chopped green onions Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the black eyed peas thoroughly in cold water and soak them overnight.
- Drain and set aside the soaked black eyed peas.
Cooking
- In a large pot, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside, leaving the drippings.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the soaked black eyed peas, chicken broth, thyme, cumin, salt, and pepper into the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about an hour.
- Stir in the cooked sausage and heat through for the last few minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
Best served on colder months or festive occasions. Can be customized with additional spices or vegetables.