How to Make Black-Eyed Pea Chowder - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black-eyed peas are a staple in Southern cooking, and they are the star ingredient in this hearty and delicious chowder. This Black-Eyed Pea Chowder is a comforting and filling dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a great choice for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Black-eyed peas have a slightly nutty flavor and a creamy texture, which makes them perfect for chowder. They are also a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound diced bacon
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can black-eyed peas with liquid
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can beef consomme
  • 1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a large pot over medium high heat, saute the bacon until crisp. Set aside the bacon and drain the fat, reserving about 4 tablespoons of the fat in the pot. Add the celery onion and green bell pepper to the pot and saute in the bacon fat for 10 minutes, or until tender.
  • Add the peas, consomme and stewed tomatoes and allow to heat through, about 15 more minutes. Top with crumbled bacon when serving.
  • Nutrition

    460 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 1439mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 41mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 479mg