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New Year’s Black-Eyed Pea Soup with Sausage & Collard Greens

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This hearty New Year’s Black-Eyed Pea Soup combines flavorful sausage, collard greens, and tender black-eyed peas for a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. Slow-cooked to perfection, it’s a delicious way to start the year!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb dried black-eyed peas, soaked for a few hours
  • 4 bunches collard greens, washed, ends trimmed, and roughly chopped
  • 2 lbs pork sausage links (cooked in a skillet, then sliced)
  • 2 small cartons chicken stock
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 large can Rotel tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon or less sugar (to balance bitterness)
  • 1 1/2 cups water (adjust as needed)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Hot sauce (optional, for added heat)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Peas: Soak the black-eyed peas for a few hours. Drain and rinse before cooking.
  • Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the pork sausage until browned. Slice into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  • Assemble in Crockpot: In a large crockpot, combine the soaked peas, cooked sausage, collard greens, chicken stock, minced garlic, Rotel tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and sugar.
  • Add Water: Pour in approximately 1 1/2 cups of water. Adjust if needed after cooking for a few hours.
  • Season: Stir everything together. Add salt, pepper, and a dash of hot sauce if desired.
  • Cook Low and Slow: Set your crockpot to low and cook for at least 10 hours or overnight. Stir occasionally and taste to adjust seasoning.
  • Finish and Serve: Just before serving, add additional salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar if needed. Serve hot with cornbread for the ultimate comfort meal.

Notes

  • Adjust the level of hot sauce to suit your taste if you want more heat.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, mash some of the black-eyed peas before serving.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day!

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