Southern Black Eyed Peas and Collard Greens
Earthy, smoky and delicious this southern black eyed peas and collard greens recipe is a new year's day tradition.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Slices Bacon cut into squares
- 1 Each Red Onion chopped
- 4 Cloves Garlic minced
- 1 Bunch Collard Greens
- 1 Cup Diced Ham
- 2 Cups Chicken Broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
- 2 (15 Ounce) Cans Black Eyed Peas drained and rinsed
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the bacon to a heavy bottomed pot and turn on the heat to medium high.2 Slices Bacon
- Once some bacon grease has started to render add the red onion and cook for a few minutes until soft.1 Each Red Onion
- Add minced garlic and cook another couple minutes until fragrant.4 Cloves Garlic
- While this is all happening thoroughly wash the collard greens under cold water (it can be very sandy). Cut out the stem and thick vein. Chop into 1" squares.1 Bunch Collard Greens
- Add to the pot, give a good stir then cover with a lid. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth, chopped ham and seasoning, give a good stir then cover and cook another 20 minutes.1 Cup Diced Ham, 2 Cups Chicken Broth, 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
- Add the black eyed peas, stir to combine again, cover and cook another 10 minutes.2 (15 Ounce) Cans Black Eyed Peas
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.Salt and Pepper to taste
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Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 850mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g
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