Quick Black eyed Pea Soup (2024)

🗝️ Recipe's key points

• It's an easy recipe that is budget-friendly and makes for a hearty meal.
• The black-eyed peas provide a good source of protein, fiber, and other important nutrients.
• The seasonings give this dish a savory and comforting taste.

No matter if you decide to make this comforting soup for the holiday or a cold snowy day, your family will love this classic soup recipe.

🛒 Ingredients

This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

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• canned blackeye peas
• bacon
• smoked ham
• large onion
• bell pepper
• celery
• large carrot
• garlic
• collard greens
• paprika
• garlic powder
• onion powder
• dried thyme
• dried oregano
• red pepper flakes
• chicken broth
• bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• apple cider vinegar

🗒 Instructions

This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until slightly crispy, about 5 minutes.
2. Add smoked ham, onion, peppers, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
3. Add garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring, until garlic becomes fragrant.
4. Add the collard greens and stir. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

5. Add the spices and stir.
6. Then pour in the chicken broth.
7. Next, add the bay leaves and salt and pepper to taste.
8. Add the drained and rinsed blackeye peas to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9. Skim any fat from the surface. Stir in apple cider vinegar and adjust for salt and pepper.
10. Serve in bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley and red pepper flakes.

🥫 Storage

Storage: Store leftover smoky blackeye pea soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezing: This soup also freezes well. Let it cool completely before storing it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave when ready to enjoy.

Reheating: To reheat, simply heat on the stovetop over medium heat until warm. If reheating from frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge and then reheat on the stovetop or microwave.

📚 Variations

• Don't have canned blackeye peas? You can use dried peas, but you must soak them overnight and cook them in the chicken broth until they are almost tender before adding the remaining ingredients. This may take 2-3 hours.
• For more depth of flavor swap out the chicken broth for homemade chicken stock.
• Want to add some extra spice to your soup? Try adding in a diced jalapeno, green chiles, chili powder, or even a dash or two of hot sauce.
• Want more smoky flavor in your soup? Use Smoked paprika instead of the regular.

👩🏻‍🍳 Tips

• Feel free to use any type of bell peppers that you have on hand or that your family enjoys. I love to use a green pepper but any color will do.
• This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham from the holidays. Just cube it up. Or, if you don't have leftover ham pick up a ham steak or diced ham from your local grocery store.
• Adjust the salt and black pepper to suit your taste buds. I like to start with light seasoning because you can always add more but you can't take it away.
• This soup tastes even better the next day which means that it's great for leftovers or meal prep.

🤔 FAQs

• ThisTuscan White Bean Soupis loaded with soft white beans, tender vegetables, and flavorful seasonings. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.
• Ground Beef and Vegetable Soupis one of my easy soup recipes to make when I'm craving comfort food.
• Looking for more cozy soup recipes? Give thisCreamy White Lasagna SouporChicken Lentil Souprecipe a try.
• The next time you need some winter meal inspiration check out all myfavorite soup recipesfor some new ideas for your meal rotation.

🍽 What to serve with this black eyed pea soup recipe

This delicious soup pairs so well with your favorite homemade bread recipe. Try thisGarlic Cheesy Bread recipeor thisDutch Oven No Knead Breadif you prefer crusty bread.And you can never go wrong with a southern soup and cornbread muffins.

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You’ll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.

• Large Dutch oven or soup pot
• Sharp knife
• Cutting Board
• Dry measuring spoons
• Dry measuring cups
• Liquid measuring cup
• Soup Ladle

📞 Chiacchierata (chat)

Instead of making Hoppin' John this year, try making this Blackeye Pea Soup instead. It's a great way to get your good luck this year, without a lot of work. I hope you all have a Happy New Year!

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