How to Make Black-Eyed Pea Bratwurst Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black-eyed peas are a Southern staple, and combining them with bratwurst in a hearty stew is a delicious way to enjoy this humble legume. This Black-Eyed Pea Bratwurst Stew is a comforting and soul-satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or to serve to a crowd at a gathering. With a rich and robust flavor, this stew is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Bratwurst, a type of German sausage, brings a savory and slightly smoky flavor to this stew, while ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds bratwurst sausages, cut into thirds
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 2 (9 ounce) packages frozen cut green beans, thawed
  • 2 cups cubed potatoes
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons hot Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's® REDHOT Buffalo Wing Sauce), or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon ground thyme
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour (Optional)
  • 1 cup water (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place bratwurst sausages, black-eyed peas, green beans, potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken stock, Buffalo wing sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on High setting until vegetables are tender and soup is thickened, 3 to 4 hours.
  • For a thicker stew, whisk flour and water together in a bowl until smooth. Pour mixture into stew and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    530 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 1909mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 416mg