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Black-Eyed Peas with Collard Greens & Cornbread Biscuits

Savory Black-Eyed Peas with Collard Greens & Cornbread Biscuits

A hearty recipe featuring black-eyed peas, collard greens, and fluffy cornbread biscuits, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 cup dried black-eyed peas soaked overnight
  • 4 cups chopped collard greens
  • 1 piece smoked meat (ham hocks or turkey leg) optional for vegetarian
  • 6 cups chicken broth can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium carrot chopped
For the Cornbread Biscuits
  • 1 cup cornmeal can swap for gluten-free flour
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 1 cup milk can substitute with plant-based milk

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soak 1 cup of black-eyed peas overnight in a bowl of water. The next day, drain and rinse the peas.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 chopped carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent.
  3. Stir in the soaked black-eyed peas, 4 cups of chopped collard greens, and 1 piece of smoked meat. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  4. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, combine 1 cup of cornmeal, 2 cups of flour, and 1 tablespoon of baking powder. Cut in ½ cup of cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1 cup of milk until just combined.
  5. After the stew has simmered, drop spoonfuls of the cornbread biscuit dough on top. Cover and cook for an additional 20 minutes until biscuits are fluffy.
  6. Check the seasoning for the stew before serving. Enjoy the dish hot with the fluffy cornbread biscuits on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For best flavor, soak black-eyed peas overnight and simmer on low heat to enhance broth richness.

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