Sweet Potato and Black-Eyed Pea Stew with Smoked Sausage
A hearty regional stew combining tender sweet potatoes, black-eyed peas, and smoky sausage simmered in a spiced tomato broth. This southern-inspired soups ready in about 55 minutes pairs medium yellow onion, diced, garlic cloves, minced, (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, 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 smoked sausage (such as Andouille), sliced
- 2 medium (about 2 cups) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 can (15 oz) canned black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 12 oz sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5 minutes until browned and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, 1 can (15 oz) drained black-eyed peas, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice, and 3 cups chicken broth.
- Step 4: Season with 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Bring to a boil.
- Step 5: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and flavors meld.
- Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning, then garnish with 2 tbsp chopped green onions before serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sweet Potato and Black-Eyed Pea Stew with Smoked Sausage 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 Sweet Potato and Black-Eyed Pea Stew with Smoked Sausage?
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 medium yellow onion, diced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sweet Potato and Black-Eyed Pea Stew with Smoked Sausage?
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 Sweet Potato and Black-Eyed Pea Stew with Smoked Sausage for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Sweet Potato and Black-Eyed Pea Stew with Smoked Sausage?
Southern 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.
