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Cozy Black-Eyed Pea Soup: Best Easy New Years Luck Recipe

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A soul-soothing, traditional black-eyed pea soup infused with smoky bacon or sausage, earthy spices, and a bright finish of apple cider vinegar. Perfect for New Year’s luck and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 cups dried black-eyed peas (about 9 ounces)
  • 8 ounces smoked sausage (Andouille) or thick-cut bacon
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water (if needed)
  • 1–2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Soak the dried black-eyed peas in water for 4-8 hours or overnight. If short on time, quick soak by boiling for 2 minutes, removing from heat, and letting sit for 1 hour. Drain and rinse.
  2. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the chopped bacon or sliced sausage until browned and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving rendered fat in the pot.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the drained peas, cubed potatoes, and browned meat back into the pot. Pour in the broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover partially and simmer for 45-60 minutes until peas and potatoes are tender.
  6. For a thicker consistency, use an immersion blender to puree 1-2 cups of soup or mash some peas/potatoes against the pot side.
  7. Stir in apple cider vinegar and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with crusty bread or cornbread.

Notes

Soaking peas reduces cooking time and improves texture. If using canned peas, add them in the last 10 minutes of cooking. The soup tastes better the next day. Add acid (vinegar/lemon) at the end to brighten flavors. Watch salt levels if using salty sausage or broth.

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Keywords: black-eyed pea soup, new years luck, southern soup, comfort food, easy dinner, vegetarian option, meal prep

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