Black Eyed Pea Ham Bone Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak the black eyed peas overnight in water.
• STEP 2.In a large pot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
• STEP 3.Add the ham bone, soaked black eyed peas, chicken broth, bay leaves, and spices to the pot.
• STEP 4.Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the peas are tender.
• STEP 5.Remove the ham bone from the soup and shred any meat left on it.
• STEP 6.Return the shredded ham to the pot and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 7.Serve the Black Eyed Pea Ham Bone Soup hot with crusty bread on the side.

Cooking Tips

• If you don't have a ham bone, you can use diced ham instead.
• For a thicker soup, mash some of the cooked black eyed peas with a fork before serving.
• This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Reheat the soup on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
• Garnish with fresh parsley or chopped green onions for added flavor.