"Want good luck this New Year? This black eyed pea soup is a healthy vegan version of a southern tradition. With added sweet potatoes, kale, and the use of a slow cooker for a creamy soup. A good luck charm in a bowl. Perfect recipe to eat during the cold winter months...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 lb dried black eyed peas
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 onion chopped
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2 fresh garlic cloves minced and chopped
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1 teaspoon Homemade Creole Cajun Seasoning Mix ( (or store bought))
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32 ounces unsalted (or low sodium) vegetable stock ((broth will work too))
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4 +1 cups water, divided
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1 + 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke, divided
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2-3 dried (or fresh) bay leaves ((OPTIONAL))
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6 cups kale
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3 medium sweet potatoes peeled and chopped
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1 1/2 tablespoon Homemade Creole Cajun Seasoning Mix ((additional))
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1 tablespoon Himalayan pink sea salt