Tasty Tuesday: Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas

Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas

It is a southern tradition to eat Black Eyed Peas, Pork, and Greens for good luck for New Years. Here is a delicious recipe for Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas:

Ingredients:

– 1 ½ Lb Dried Black Eyed Peas, Rinsed and Soaked Overnight
– 4 Cups Water
– 8 Oz Smoked Lean Ham Steak
– 1 Medium Onion
– 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
– 3 Oz Can Green Chilies
– 1 ½ Tsp Chili Powder
– 1 ½ Tsp Pepper
– 1 Tsp Cumin

Directions:

Soak Beans Overnight in a Large Bowl with 6 – 8 Cups of Water. Drain the Next Morning.

Add Beans to the Slow Cooker. Add Water, Ham, Onion, Green Chilies, Garlic, Chili Powder, Pepper and Cumin. Stir Gently to Combine.

Cook on High for 6 Hours and Check Seasoning.

Add in Additional Salt and Other Seasonings to Taste. Cook Until
Ready to Serve.