I love Black-Eyed Peas and I found this Smoked Sausage and Black-Eyed Peas recipe a few years back from the New Orlean’s Master Chef, Emeril. Everyone knows that I love Emeril Lagasse and I’ve been making black eyed peas for many years… but I like to change up my recipes from time to time, depending on my mood and what’s on hand in my kitchen.

I must say, I think this version of Smoked Sausage and Black-Eyed Peas is one of  the best recipe for black eyed peas that I have ever tasted! The seasoning is perfect. As a bonus, it is very easy to make! Yum!

A delicious pot of Black-Eyed Peas is always good for the soul anytime of year.

Ali in the Valley

Ingredients

1. One 1-pound link andouillle or kielbasa sausage (sliced in half lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices)
2. 1 cup chopped yellow onions
3. 1/2 teaspoon salt
4. 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
5. 4 cloves garlic (peeled)
6. 5 sprigs fresh thyme
7. 4 bay leaves
8. 3 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
9. 8 cups Chicken Stock
10. 1 pound dried black-eyed peas (rinsed, sorted over, soaked overnight in water to cover, and)
11. drain
12. 1 tablespoon minced garlic

Directions

1. Brown the sausage in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions, salt, cayenne, garlic cloves, thyme, bay leaves, and parsley. Cook, stirring, until the onions are wilted, about 5 minutes. Add the stock, peas, and garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until the peas are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
2. Remove the bay leaves and serve warm.