Delicious and hearty Southern-style black eyed peas recipe

This recipe for Southern-style black eyed peas is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. With ingredients like smoked ham hock, onions, garlic, and a blend of spices, these black eyed peas are simmered to perfection for a comforting and flavorful dish.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried black eyed peas
• 1 smoked ham hock
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth

Directions

1. In a large pot, combine black eyed peas, smoked ham hock, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
2. Add chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until black eyed peas are tender.
4. Remove ham hock from the pot and shred the meat. Add the meat back to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Serve hot with cornbread and enjoy!

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