Bahamian Peas and Rice

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Kidney beans are lower in calories and canned beans save time.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: habanero

Jalapeño offers heat with less intensity.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

Heat a 5-quart pot over medium heat.

Add 2.5 tablespoons of bacon grease to the pot.

Add 1/2 chopped onion and 1 stalk of thinly sliced celery; sauté for 5-8 minutes until softened.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of powdered beef bouillon and mix well.

Add chopped bell pepper and 1 tablespoon of thyme; stir.

Grate garlic and add it to the pot, cooking briefly to avoid burning.

Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and 1 tablespoon of browning sauce.

Add the can of pigeon peas with some of the liquid and mix well.

Add 1 teaspoon of cajun seasoning and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder; stir to combine.

Add 2 cups of parboiled rice to the pot and mix until coated with the liquid.

Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and mix everything together.

Cover the pot and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 10 minutes.

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