Best 14 Home Style Black Eyed Pea Soup Recipes

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Craving a heartwarming and comforting dish that brings back memories of grandma's cooking? Look no further than the classic home-style black-eyed pea soup. Simple yet bursting with Southern charm, this hearty soup is a true culinary delight that can be enjoyed all year round. Made with humble ingredients like dried black-eyed peas, aromatic vegetables, and a savory broth, it's a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul and leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the steps of making the perfect home-style black-eyed pea soup, ensuring that each spoonful is a taste of pure comfort and nourishment.

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HEARTY BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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Alice Jarrell of Dexter, Missouri waited a long time to get this favorite recipe-but it was well worth it. "I had eaten this soup countless times at a small restaurant in our town," she tells. "When the owner finally retired, he said I deserved the secret recipe and passed it along. Now, my family enjoys it at least once a month!"-Alice Jarrell, Dexter, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
4 cups water
3 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
4 beef bouillon cubes
4 teaspoons molasses
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the sausage, beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 731mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 3h

Yield 3 1/2 Quarts

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound dried black-eyed peas (about 2½ cups)
5 slices thick-cut bacon
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large diced onion
2 large diced carrots
2 ribs diced celery
1½ cups frozen chopped collard greens, thawed
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 smoked ham hock
½ cup rice blend
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Sort through the peas and pick out any pebbles or other debris. Rinse the peas under cold water. Put the peas in a 5-quart Dutch oven and cover with 5 cups cold water. Place over high heat and bring to a boil; boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat, cover and let peas soak for 1 hour.
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool. When cool, crumble the bacon and set aside. Add the oil to the skillet with the bacon fat Add the onions, carrots and celery and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the collard greens and garlic and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the vegetables to the Dutch oven along with the chicken broth, ham hock, crumbled bacon, rice and 4 cups water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, covered, until the peas and rice are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Remove the ham hock from the Dutch oven. Discard the skin and bone. Chop the meat into small pieces and return it to the Dutch oven. Season the soup with salt and pepper.

HOME-STYLE BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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This colorful hearty soup makes a good starter or main course. With a salad on the side, it's a light dinner for two.-Yvonne Peterson, Mountain View, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 cup water
3/4 cup Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up
1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add the peas, water and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Stir in the ham, Italian seasoning, pepper and salt. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until heated through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 1314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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Since we raise our own pigs, I like to use ground pork in this zesty soup. But I've used ground beef with equally good results. Green chilies give this dish some Southwestern flair. -Mary Lou Chernik, Taos, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds ground pork
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1 tablespoon molasses
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a large soup kettle or Dutch oven, cook the pork, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 597mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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This is a great New Year's meal! Perfect on a cold winter night. Great comfort food. Serve with corn bread.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, diced
4 cups water
3 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®), undrained
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¾ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon salt
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
4 teaspoons molasses
4 beef bouillon cubes
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, cook and stir the pork sausage and ground beef with the onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink, 10 to 12 minutes; drain off excess fat. Pour in the water, and stir in black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chiles, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, salt, canned green chilies, molasses, beef bouillon cubes, black pepper, and cumin until thoroughly mixed.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 2228.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Onion     Tomato     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Pea     Spring     Winter     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 3/4 cups finely chopped onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, drained
2 1/4 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 8-ounce cans tomato sauce
2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
Large pinch of cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté until onions are golden and tender, about 8 minutes. Add black-eyed peas, chicken broth, tomato sauce, oregano and cayenne pepper and bring to simmer. Simmer 15 minutes to blend flavors. Mix in vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to simmer before serving.)
  • Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.

EASY BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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Easy, good black-eyed pea soup! Top with cheese and sour cream if desired.

Provided by Donna

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound bulk hot pork sausage
1 cup chopped sweet onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken stock
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas (such as Bush's®), drained
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried rosemary

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage, onion, bell pepper, and garlic in the hot skillet until sausage is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Place cooked sausage mixture, chicken stock, black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, pepper, oregano, and rosemary in a medium to large soup pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 43.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 1757.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

FLAVORFUL BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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I'M delighted to share this flavorful recipe with Reminisce readers. It's easy, delicious and can be made in very little time. Once you try it, it will become one of your favorite light meals.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 bacon strips, diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain., In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Stir in black-eyed peas and bacon; heat through.

Nutrition Facts :

SPICY BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP WITH BACON



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Very similar to a great soup served at the Black-eyed Pea restaurants!

Provided by Genie Harris

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 slices bacon
2 cups chopped tomato
1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
3 cups water
2 cubes beef bouillon
4 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 cups grated Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop when cool enough to handle.
  • Add tomatoes, onion, jalapenos, garlic, salt, and pepper to bacon drippings. Saute over medium-high heat until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add water and bouillon; stir until bouillon cubes dissolve. Stir in peas and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Add Swiss cheese and simmer gently until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.9 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 83.3 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 1492.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

VEGAN BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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This quick and easy black-eyed pea soup has just enough spice to heat you up during these cold months! Being vegan, this dish is healthy and it has the spicy, smoky taste that will keep you coming back for more. Serve this with some toasted bread and you have yourself a hearty and cozy meal!

Provided by Plant Based Life

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium carrots, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium jalapeno pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chopped collard greens
3 cups water
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add carrots, onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, and garlic; saute until carrots start to soften, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir in collard greens, water, black-eyed peas, undrained tomatoes, paprika, chili powder, liquid smoke, salt, and pepper. Simmer over low heat until greens are wilted and vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 951.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

SOUTHERN STYLE BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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Looking for a meatless meal? This is just what the doctor ordered. Delicious homemade soup your family will enjoy.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 onion, diced
1 stalk celery, sliced
1 green pepper, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt and pepper, to taste
4 cups vegetable broth
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup tomato ketchup
4 -5 cups green cabbage, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, saute onion, celery, and green pepper in olive oil about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, oregano, crushed red pepper, and thyme.
  • Add vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and ketchup. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil. Stir in chopped cabbage. Reduce heat; simmer, stirring occasionally for 10-15 minutes or until cabbage is cooked to desired doneness.
  • Stir in black-eyed peas and cook 5 minutes.
  • Serve with corn bread or muffins.

SPICY BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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A delicious, thick soup from The Black-Eyed Pea Restaurant. It's great with cornbread on a cold night. It freezes well, too!

Provided by Candy C

Categories     Beans

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 medium onion, chopped
2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
1 can stewed tomatoes
1 clove garlic, chopped
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
5 cans black-eyed peas (I like Trappey's brand)
3 cups grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Saute onion, jalepenos, garlic and salt and pepper in 1 tbls.
  • bacon drippings.
  • Add tomatoes and chop up.
  • Add bouillon and bacon; then peas.
  • Simmer a while to blend flavors (not a high boil).
  • Add cheese to simmer and melt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644.6, Fat 53.9, SaturatedFat 26.4, Cholesterol 127.6, Sodium 1242.8, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 6.7, Protein 29.1

DOWN-HOME BLACK-EYED PEAS



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This country recipe combines black-eyed peas and okra for a down-home country taste. We like to make this recipe in the winter with fried chicken and mashed potatoes.

Provided by Karinne Rooksberry Culley

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups dry black-eyed peas
12 cups water
3 pounds smoked ham hocks
1 ¼ cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf
1 (10 ounce) package frozen sliced okra, thawed

Steps:

  • Pick over the peas, rinse them, and place them in a large Dutch oven or soup pot with the water. Bring the beans to a boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.
  • Stir in the ham hocks, onion, celery, salt, cayenne pepper, and bay leaf; bring to a boil, cover the pot, and simmer until the ham hocks are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Stir in the okra and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 277.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

SOUTHERN BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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Looking for a Southern dinner? Then check out this black-eyed pea soup made using brown rice and veggies - a flavorful hearty meal!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) dried black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
8 cups water
1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
2 teaspoons chopped garlic (from 4-ounce jar)
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
2 medium stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
2 medium carrots, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) ready-to-serve vegetable broth
2 cups bite-size pieces spinach, collard greens or turnip greens

Steps:

  • Heat peas and water to boiling in 8-quart Dutch oven. Boil uncovered 2 minutes; remove from heat. Cover and let stand 1 hour.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except spinach. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally until peas are tender.
  • Stir in spinach. Cook 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 16 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use ham hocks or smoked turkey legs instead of vegetable broth. The fat and collagen will add a lot of flavor to the soup.
  • If you don't have time to soak the black-eyed peas overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 2 minutes, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • Add a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to the soup to help brighten the flavors.
  • Serve the soup with a side of cornbread, rice, or crackers.

Conclusion:

Black-eyed pea soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day or a comforting meal. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is a great choice for busy weeknights and special occasions alike. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting meal, give this black-eyed pea soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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