Best Soup This Side Of The Mississippi

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Best Soup This Side Of The Mississippi: A Delicious and Nutritious Meal to Warm You Up

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hrs

Ready In

2 hrs 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

257

Sugar

Fat

Best Soup This Side Of The Mississippi is a hearty and satisfying meal that has been enjoyed for generations in Southern US states. The dish is budget-friendly and can be made with simple ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. The black-eyed peas in this recipe are known for their distinct flavor and creamy texture when cooked. Paired with salty ham and aromatic vegetables, this soup is a perfect comfort food on a cold winter day. It is traditionally served with cornbread, but can also be enjoyed with crackers or a side salad.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the black-eyed peas in a colander and pick out any debris or pebbles.
2.	In a large pot, boil 8 cups of water and add the rinsed peas. Boil for 2 minutes and then turn off the heat and let sit for 1 hour.
3.	Drain the water and add 8 cups of fresh water to the pot with the peas.
4.	Add the ham, chopped onion and carrot to the pot and bring it to a boil.
5.	Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Stir occasionally and add salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Black-eyed peas are a great source of protein and fiber.
They are also low in fat and high in essential vitamins and minerals such as iron and zinc.

This soup is easy to make and can be made in large batches to feed a crowd.
It also freezes well for later consumption.

CONS

Some people may find the taste of black-eyed peas to be bland, so additional spices such as garlic or bay leaves can be added for more flavor.

Ham is a processed meat which may not be suitable for people with certain dietary restrictions such as vegetarians or those who avoid pork products.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Black-eyed peas are a great source of vegetarian protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body. They are also high in fiber which can help improve digestive health and reduce cholesterol levels.
The ham in this recipe provides a source of iron which is important for oxygen transport in the body as well as essential B vitamins which play a role in energy metabolism.

	1 pound dry black-eyed peas
	1 can ham
	1 carrot , chopped
	1 small onion , chopped
	salt and pepper to taste