you’ve got the option to’t get more Southern than easy black-eyed peas.

Any experienced Southern cook will tell you that the key to flavorful broth is proper seasoning.

To make these black-eyed peas, you’ll need:

Can You Use Fresh Black-Eyed Peas?

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Substitute the dried peas with 2 pounds fresh shelled or frozen peas.

Remove anddiscard bay leaf, herb sprigs, and bacon slices.

Serve peas drizzled with olive oil, if desired.

Easy Black-Eyed Peas

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you could also freeze them for up to two months.

Stir and cook until heated through.

Ingredients

1(1-lb.)

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rosemary sprig

1(3-in.)

Place peas and water to cover by 2 inches in a large bowl.

Allow peas to soak 8 hours or up to overnight.

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After soaking, drain peas and discard soaking water.

Cook black-eyed peas:

Cover and cook on LOW until tender, about 8 hours.

Remove and discard herb sprigs, bay leaf, and bacon slices.

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If desired, serve peas drizzled with olive oil.

They can also be enjoyed year-round.

Despite the name, black-eyed peas are actually beans.