Black-eyed Peas and Cajun Sausage

When Mom’s says “Eat your beans”, you are glad she cooked your favorite. According to a study of nearly ten thousand Americans, a diet containing at least 300 micrograms of the B vitamin folate (found in beans) reduces the risk of stroke and heart disease.

Ingredients

• 1 lbs dried black-eyed peas
• 1 lbs Cajun smoked sausage, cut bite-sized
• 4 cups water
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 or 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper
• salt to taste
• 3 to 4 chopped scallions (green onion)

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