Southern Black Eyed Peas

angled shot of black eyed peas on wooden spoon

Course: Side

Cuisine: American

Keyword: black eyed peas recipe, black-eyed peas with bacon, black-eyed peas with collard greens, new years black eyed peas, southern black eyed peas, southern black-eyed peas recipe

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 45

Servings:

Calories: 149kcal

Author: Jessica Formicola

These restaurant quality Southern black-eyed peas with collard greens and stewed tomatoes are creamy and delicious!

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Equipment

Ingredients

1/2 cup red onion , chopped
2 cloves fresh garlic , minced
1/2 pound bacon , cooked, drained and chopped
2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 15.5 ounce cans black eyed peas , rinsed and drained
15.5 ounces stewed tomatoes , drained and coarsely chopped
3-4 ribs collard greens , hand torn, ribs discarded
1 bay leaf
2-3 sprigs fresh thyme , leaves removed and stems discarded
1/2 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped 1/2 cup red onion, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until it becomes fragrant. Add the minced 2 cloves fresh garlic and cooked, drained and chopped 1/2 pound bacon, sautéing another 1 minute. Mixture will be a little dry.
Pour in the c2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth, drained and rinsed 2 15.5 ounce cans black eyed peas, drained 15.5 ounces stewed tomatoes (coarsely chopped if large), hand torn and massaged 3-4 ribs collard greens, 1 bay leaf, 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme, 1/2 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper. Bring to a low simmer.
Stir every 10 minutes for 40 minutes, keeping at a low temperature.
When ready to serve, stir in the 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar.
Serve with thickened liquid in small bowls or ladle into a serving dish using a slotted spoon.
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Notes

How to Store Black Eyed Peas

Transfer the leftovers to an airtight container and store for four to five days in the fridge.

Can I Freeze Black Eyed Peas?

Place leftovers in a freezer-safe container and store them in the freezer for up to three months.

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