To infuse peas with flavor, simmer them with dried spices, which pack a more intense punch than fresh. Smoked paprika delivers the essence of ham hocks or bacon while keeping this classic side dish vegan.

Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2019

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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Place peas in a large bowl and add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches. Soak overnight.

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  • Drain the peas. Add 8 cups water to a large pot, cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Add bay leaves, oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne and the drained peas. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Add salt. Discard the bay leaves.

Tips

To make ahead: Refrigerate in the cooking liquid for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup drained
148 calories; protein 8.4g; carbohydrates 23g; dietary fiber 7.1g; sugars 3.5g; fat 2.9g; saturated fat 0.3g; vitamin a iu 141.4IU; vitamin c 0.6mg; folate 219.5mcg; calcium 28.7mg; iron 2.8mg; magnesium 57.4mg; potassium 313.2mg; sodium 165.3mg.

1 1/2 starch, 1 lean protein, 1/2 fat

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