CW Cafe Style Black-Eyed Peas

Prep Time: 5 minutes         Cook Time: 55 minutes            Servings: 6

Ingredients

3 Tbsp Olive Oil

4 Cloves of Garlic (minced)

1/2 Cup diced onions

4 Cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth

4 cups Fresh black-eyed peas or frozen, defrosted, and drained

1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional)

1/4 Cup chopped scallions for garnish

Directions

 

1. In a 3 - 5-quart Dutch oven, over medium heat; add olive oil, garlic, and onion. Sauté until translucent.  Then add chicken broth and bring to a boil. 

2. Add black-eyed peas, reduce heat and simmer, covered, 30-40 minutes or until tender. (Add a little water if necessary).  

3. Then add red pepper flakes and let simmer for about 5 - 10 minutes, salt, and pepper to taste.  

4. Place beans in a serving dish and add chopped scallions for garnish.  Serve over steamed white or brown rice.