Southern Black-Eyed Peas

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried black-eyed peas
• 6-8 cups Chicken broth
• 2 lb Smoked turkey ( cut into bits)
• 1 medium Onion (chopped)
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 Jalapeno (diced)
• 1 cup Bell pepper (chopped (I used both red and green))
• 2 Sprigs thyme
• Salt to taste
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat until it becomes hot and shimmering.

2. 2

   Stir in onion and cook until it becomes translucent. About 3 minutes, add the garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the bell peppers, thyme, Jalapeno, smoked turkey smoked paprika, and salt. Continue to cook until the vegetables become tender, stirring frequently.

4. 4

   Add the peas and the chicken broth and cook until the peas become tender. Stir and adjust seasoning if necessary.

5. 5

   If you want the sauce a little thick, stir the peas a little longer. Serve with cornbread and collard greens.