Cleburne-Inspired Smoked Sausage and Black-Eyed Pea Stew
A hearty, smoky stew combining smoked sausage, black-eyed peas, and vegetables for a comforting regional Texas-style meal. This american-inspired soups ready in about 55 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion, diced celery stalks for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds smoked sausage links
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2, diced celery stalks
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups black-eyed peas (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes (canned)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 12 oz sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 2 diced carrots to the pot. Sauté for 6-7 minutes until vegetables are tender and onions are translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups drained black-eyed peas, 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with juice, 3 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf. Stir to combine.
- Step 5: Season with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Step 6: Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cleburne-Inspired Smoked Sausage and Black-Eyed Pea Stew take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cleburne-Inspired Smoked Sausage and Black-Eyed Pea Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cleburne-Inspired Smoked Sausage and Black-Eyed Pea Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cleburne-Inspired Smoked Sausage and Black-Eyed Pea Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cleburne-Inspired Smoked Sausage and Black-Eyed Pea Stew?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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