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Cajun Black-Eyed Peas

Name: Cajun Black-Eyed Peas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 10 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Cajun
Ingredients: 1 package (16 ounces) dried black-eyed peas; 5 cups water; 1 green onion, chopped; 3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules; 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

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Total Time

Prep: 20 min. + standing Cook: 40 min.

Makes

10 servings

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023

Try this recipe out for loads of luck on New Years Day. Add a splash of hot pepper sauce for a little bit more kick. —Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia

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Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) dried black-eyed peas
5 cups water
1 green onion, chopped
3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Directions

Sort peas and rinse with cold water. Place in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until softened. Drain and rinse peas, discarding liquid.
Return peas to the pan; add the water, onion, bouillon and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until peas are tender.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 151 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 459mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 8g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch.

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