Tam's Black Eye Peas Recipe

Tam's Black Eye Peas recipe is a classic Southern dish that has been passed down through generations. It is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for any occasion, from a casual family dinner to a special holiday meal. This recipe is a staple in many households and is beloved for its rich and comforting flavors.

Black eye peas are a type of legume that are popular in Southern cuisine. They are known for their nutty and earthy flavor, and their ability to absorb the flavors of th...

Ingredients

1 smoked turkey leg
3 links hot beef link sausage, diced
¼ cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
6 cups water, or as needed
3 (16 ounce) packages frozen black-eyed peas
1 teaspoon white sugar

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Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 15
Yield: 15 servings

Place the smoked turkey leg, sausage, onion, garlic salt, black pepper, and seasoned salt into a large soup pot; pour in water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer until the meat is tender, about 1 hour.

Stir the black-eyed peas into the soup, adding more water as needed to cover peas by 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Again reduce heat and simmer until the peas are tender and have begun to break apart, about 1 more hour.

Remove turkey bones and tendons from the turkey meat and discard the bones. Add sugar and simmer until the soup is slightly creamy and thickened, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes

Nutrition

132 cal.

Total Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 19mg
Sodium: 946mg
Total Carbohydrate: 13g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Total Sugars: 0g
Protein: 10g
Vitamin C: 3mg
Calcium: 25mg
Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 181mg

How to Make Tam's Black Eye Peas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

132 cal.

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