Black Eyed Pea Soup (Swamp Soup)

black eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned black beans

Lentils are lower in calories and quicker to cook.

smoked ham hock

🥗Healthier: turkey leg

💰Cheaper: bacon

Turkey leg provides a similar smoky flavor with less fat.

Start by cutting up 1 pound of smoked sausage into pieces.

Heat bacon grease in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté 1/2 cup each of chopped carrots, chopped celery, and chopped onion until softened.

Add the cut smoked sausage to the pot and stir-fry until browned.

Open and add 2 cans of black eyed peas and 1 can of turnip greens to the pot.

Pour in 32 oz of chicken broth and 1 can of diced tomatoes with green chilies.

Stir in 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, and 1 tablespoon chopped garlic.

Mix everything well and let it cook on low heat until heated through.

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