Black-Eyed Pea Pie

Ingredients

• 1 pound dry black-eyed peas
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
• 1 (9-inch) deep-dish pie crust
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Soak the black-eyed peas overnight in plenty of cold water.
2. Drain the peas and set aside.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
4. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt and cook for 1 minute.
6. Add the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes and bring to a boil.
7. Add the black-eyed peas and green chiles and reduce heat to low.
8. Simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
10. Spoon the mixture into the pie crust and top with the shredded cheese.
11. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
12. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Black-eyed peas are believed to bring good luck when eaten on New Year's Day.
• This dish is a staple of Southern cuisine and is often served on special occasions.
• The dish can be made with fresh black-eyed peas, but using dried peas will give a richer flavor.