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Healthier black-eyed peas

February is American Heart Month and Black History Month. Honor both by making a heart-healthy version of a traditional African American dish.

Healthier Black-Eyed Peas
Servings
2
Health Benefit
Ingredients
1/2 cup dried
black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 Tbsp
olive oil
1 small sweet
onion (chopped)
1
green bell pepper, chopped
1 pint cremini
mushrooms, chopped
1
celery stalk, chopped
3-4
garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp
Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp
smoked paprika
1/2 tsp
black pepper
1/2 tsp white
pepper
1 tsp
onion powder
1 tsp
garlic powder
2 Tbsp
dried thyme
2 Tbsp
dried basil
1 Tbsp dried
Parsley
1 Tbsp
cayenne pepper
2 cups beef, chicken, or
vegetable broth
Optional additional beef, chicken, or
vegetable broth
Optional additional
spices such as chili powder, cumin, or paprika
Directions
  1. If using uncooked peas, soak them overnight, then rinse and drain. If using canned, drain and rinse. Set aside.
  2. Set a large sauté pan on medium heat; add olive oil, and chopped veggies: onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, celery, and garlic. Stir to combine. Once mushrooms brown, add Worchestershire sauce and continue to stir.
  3. Add peas, paprika, black pepper, white pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, basil, parsley, and cayenne pepper; stir until combined. Add broth and bring to boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, around 45 minutes for uncooked peas, or 15-20 minutes for canned peas.
  5. Add broth or additional spices, as desired.
  6. Spoon onto a plate and enjoy!

Tip: Pair with our healthy sautéed collard greens.

Recipe Nutrition
Calories
172
Protein
6
Carbs
2.5
Sodium
350
Potassium
906
Fiber
7