The Best Creamy Southern Black Eyed Peas Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound (454g) dried black eyed peas, rinsed
• 8 cups (1.9L) cold water
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped (approx. 200g)
• 2 stalks celery, chopped (approx. 100g)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (approx. 150g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (approx. 6g)
• 1 smoked ham hock (approx. 300-400g)
• 6 cups (1.4L) chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish