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Quick and Healthy Black-Eyed Peas

A quick and nutritious recipe for black-eyed peas, perfect for a healthy, fulfilling meal.

Instructions

Serving size: 1 ½ cups, Serves 6
  • 4 slices turkey bacon (chopped)
  • ½ of a small onion
  • 1 tsp of minced garlic
  • 2 cups black-eyed peas, frozen (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 reduced-sodium chicken broth or chicken stock
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 tablespoon salt-free or low-sodium seasoning

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Over medium-high heat, cook bacon and onions for 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Add black-eyed peas and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle seasoning over peas, add chicken stock, and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to simmer and allow to cook until the peas are tender, about 30 minutes.
  7. Serve hot.

Nutrition Fact Amount
Total Calories 98
Total Fat 2 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 270 mg
Carbohydrates 13 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars Included 0 g
Protein 7 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 17 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 242 mg

Source: Recipe adapted from Cooking Demo II Food and Health Communications, Inc.