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Black-Eyed Peas with Ham and Swiss Chard recipe from FreshFoodinaFlash.com
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Black-Eyed Peas with Ham and Swiss Chard

Black-eyed peas don't have to be just for New Year's Day and I think of ham as a more healthful alternative thanbacon to get that smoky flavor. Of course, you can leave out the ham and go vegetarian if that's your thing. Iadded some fresh swiss chard and loved this dish from the minute I tasted it. In only 18 minutes you can have afresh dish on the table that you will love.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time13 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 4
Calories: 236kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch Swiss chard destalked and chopped (about 8 cups)
  • 2 11-oz packages black-eyed peas
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil optional
  • 1 cup ham diced
  • 1/2 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 pinch black pepper to taste
  • 2 Tablespoons Italian parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Remove leaves from Swiss chard stems.  Chop stems into 1/4" pieces.  Drain black-eyed peas in a strainer and rinse.
  • Cook ham, onion and chopped Swiss chard stems in a skillet on medium heat until onion is translucent, about 8 minutes.  Drizzle in olive oil if necessary to prevent from sticking.
  • Stir in minced garlic, then add black-eyed peas, Swiss chard leaves, vinegars and stir. Heat for about 5 minutes or until warmed through and Swiss chard leaves just begin to wilt. Add fresh ground pepper to taste and garnish with parsley.  Serve while still warm.
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Nutrition

Calories: 236kcal