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Black-Eyed Pea Soup

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Just five ingredients combine in your crockpot to make this delicious southern soup. You, of course, are free to add more ingredients if you'd like.

Prep Time: 0 hour, 10 minutes

Cook Time: 8 hours, 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups dried black eyed peas, sorted, rinsed and drained
  • 1 pound smoked turkey sausage
  • 4 carrots, chopped
  • 1/2 cup wheat berries
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 (14 ounce) cans low sodium beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

Cover peas with cold water and bring to a full, rolling boil. Cover and let stand for 2 hours. Drain peas and rinse. Cut turkey sausage into 1" chunks.

Combine all ingredients in 3-4 quart crockpot, cover, and cook on low for 8-10 hours until peas and wheat berries are tender. Season to taste. 6 servings

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