Blackeye Pea and Greens Soup

Submitted by: Toby U, Grand Rapids, MI
 

Ingredients

Serves 10

• 3 cups Pictsweet frozen Blackeye Peas
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 1/2 cups Pictsweet Seasoning Blend
• 1/2 cup cooked and chopped ham (preferably country ham)
• 4 teaspoons minced garlic
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups Pictsweet frozen Chopped Turnip Greens
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans undrained diced tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt to taste

Directions

Place frozen Blackeye Peas in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until peas are tender. Drain. In a skillet over medium heat, saute seasoning blend in vegetable oil. Add ham and garlic and continue to sauté, stirring for 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer ham and vegetables to slow cooker. Add chicken broth, blackeye peas, turnip greens, tomatoes, Creole seasoning, pepper and oregano. Cook for approximately 5 hours on low setting.

Nutritional Info

• Serving Size: Serves 10
• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 900mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 19g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 9g