Pressure Cooked Black-Eyed Peas with Smoked Turkey Leg

Enjoy a hearty and flavorful meal with this pressure-cooked black-eyed peas recipe. Tender black-eyed peas and smoky turkey leg combine to create a dish that is both delicious and nutritious. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to prepare and will quickly become a family favorite. The pressure cooking method ensures that the flavors are locked in, resulting in a satisfying and comforting meal. Serve it as a side dish or a main course, and enjoy the flavors of the South in every bite.

Ingredients

• 2 cups black-eyed peas
• 1 smoked turkey leg
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Rinse the black-eyed peas and soak them overnight in water.
2. In a pressure cooker, add the soaked black-eyed peas, smoked turkey leg, onion, garlic, bell pepper, celery, thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and chicken broth.
3. Close the pressure cooker lid and set the pressure to high. Cook for 25 minutes.
4. Release the pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. Carefully remove the turkey leg from the pressure cooker and shred the meat. Discard the skin and bones.
6. Return the shredded turkey meat to the pressure cooker.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Stir well and let the flavors meld for a few minutes.
9. Serve the pressure-cooked black-eyed peas with smoked turkey leg hot as a side dish or as a main course with rice or cornbread.
10. Enjoy!

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