Southern Black Eyed Peas

Ingredients

• 16 oz dried black eyed peas
• 2 lbs smoked turkey tails
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 4-6 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 64 oz low sodium chicken broth (or regular,)
• salt & pepper to taste

Steps

1. 1

   Sort & rinse the beans under cold water.

2. 2

   Let the beans soak overnight, or do a quick soak( directions should be on the back of the package of beans).

3. 3

   Place the turkey tails into a large pot, and pour in 32 ounces of chicken broth.

4. 4

   Turn the heat on high, and boil the turkey tails until tender.

5. 5

   After the beans have been soaked, drain the excess liquid.

6. 6

   Add the beans into the pot with the turkey tails,, and pour in remaining chicken broth.

7. 7

   Add in the minced onion, and garlic.

8. 8

   Stir the ingredient, cover, and turn the heat to medium.

9. 9

   Let cook for 45-55 minutes, but be sure to stir occasionally.

10. 10

    Check the beans to make sure that they are nice and tender, if not cook for a while longer.

11. 11

    Taste the beans, add salt and pepper if needed.

12. 12

    Serve over rice, and enjoy!