BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE AND RICE

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Black-Eyed Peas With Andouille Sausage And Rice image

Provided by Julia Reed

Categories     dinner, for one, main course

Time 3h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups dried black-eyed peas or 4 cups fresh or frozen
1 1/2 pounds andouille sausage or other good-quality smoked sausage
1/4 pound chunk of country or smoked ham
6 cups chicken stock or water
1 tablespoon bacon grease or olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 rib celery, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried
2 bay leaves
1 or 2 dried chili peppers or 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon pickling spice
Salt to taste
4 cups cooked rice
Chopped green onions, Tabasco sauce and cider vinegar for serving

Steps:

  • If using dried peas, rinse and soak overnight in water to cover by 3 inches. Drain, and place in a 6- to 8-quart pot with a 1/2-pound piece of the andouille, the ham and the stock. Heat to boiling, then reduce to a simmer. (If using fresh or frozen peas, boil the stock first, then add peas, the 1/2-pound piece of andouille and the ham. Return to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.)
  • Heat the bacon grease or oil in a heavy skillet, add the onion and celery and cook until soft. Add to the peas with the garlic and remaining seasonings. Simmer dried peas for 2 to 2 1/2 hours; fresh or frozen for about 30 to 45 minutes. In both cases, the peas should be tender and the liquid should begin to thicken.
  • Slice remaining sausage into 1/2-inch rounds. Fry briefly in a nonstick skillet and add to the peas. Remove the whole piece of sausage and the ham and chop roughly; return to pot. Cook for another 15 minutes. Remove the thyme sprigs, bay leaves and pepper pods.
  • To serve, ladle pea mixture over rice and sprinkle with green onions, Tabasco and vinegar to taste.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 279, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 803 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Louret Bader
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this recipe with vegetarian sausage. It was still delicious! The peas and rice were cooked perfectly and the vegetarian sausage added a nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Chukwudubem Daniel Elijah
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The peas are hidden in the rice, so they're not as noticeable. My kids love this dish and they always ask for seconds.


Mondlikayise Kunene
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I'm a big fan of black-eyed peas, and this recipe is a great way to enjoy them. The peas are cooked perfectly and the sausage adds a nice smoky flavor. I like to serve it with a side of cornbread and collard greens.


Zahid Aslam
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The peas and rice are cooked in one pot, so there's less cleanup. I like to serve it with a side of salad.


Kanxa Xterri
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit at potlucks. The peas and rice are always cooked perfectly and the sausage adds a great flavor. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Mirzaqasim Qaashii
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This recipe is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The peas and rice are comforting and the sausage adds a nice kick. I like to serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Client khalifa West
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I'm a big fan of Cajun food, and this recipe is no exception. The andouille sausage adds a great smoky flavor to the dish, and the peas and rice are cooked perfectly. I like to serve it with a side of hot sauce.


batmunkh maralmaa
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have some leftover from making fried rice or stir-fry, and this is a great way to use it up. The peas and sausage add a lot of flavor to the rice.


Indtaj Indtaj
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I like to add a little bit of chopped onion and bell pepper to the sausage mixture. It gives the dish a little more flavor.


Kiya Singh
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the peas and rice, and they don't even notice the sausage. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Md Nadim Mahamud
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this recipe with vegetarian sausage. It was still delicious! The peas and rice were cooked perfectly and the vegetarian sausage added a nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


LikeRacy
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I like to serve it with a side of cornbread.


Musique Charvette
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the way the sausage and peas cooked together. I will definitely be making this again.


Shimol Sk
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sausage. I always have some leftover from making gumbo or jambalaya, and this is a great way to use it up. The peas and rice are a great side dish, too.


Eva Hayes
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The peas are always cooked perfectly and the sausage adds a great flavor. I like to add a little bit of cayenne pepper to give it a bit of a kick.


Rr Tt
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This is my new favorite recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the creamy texture of the peas and the spice from the sausage. I've already made it twice this week!


md asadul Islam
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I'm not a huge fan of black-eyed peas, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors was amazing and the sausage was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Justin Sianturi
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The andouille sausage added a nice smoky flavor and the peas and rice were cooked perfectly. Will definitely be making this again.