Black-Eyed Peas & Greens

Steps

1. 1

   Rinse the dried black-eyed peas thoroughly under cool water. Soak them overnight, then drain before cooking.

2. 2

   Melt the vegan butter in a skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the chopped onion, chopped green bell pepper, minced garlic, and chopped vegan chipotle sausage to the skillet.

4. 4

   Sauté the vegetables and sausage for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, then set the mixture aside.

   Start 5-minute timer
5. 5

   Transfer the soaked black-eyed peas to a crockpot or large cooking pot.

6. 6

   Add the vegetable broth, chopped collard greens, liquid smoke, vegan cream cheese, Creole seasoning, and the sautéed sausage mixture.

7. 7

   Cook over low to medium heat until the black-eyed peas are soft and tender. The source does not specify an exact cooking time; check periodically and add a little broth or water if needed to keep the mixture from drying out.

8. 8

   Ladle the black-eyed peas and greens into serving bowls and finish with crispy fried jalapeños.