Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 Tablespoon cooking oil ((canola, vegetable, oil of choice))
  • 1 Cup white onion ((diced))
  • 4 large garlic cloves ((minced))
  • 2 Large Bay Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon thyme ((about two ((2)) sprigs))
  • 1 pound Black Eyed Peas ((dry, uncooked, not soaked))
  • 1 pound ham hock ((or left over ham bone))
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth ((low sodium))
  • 2 cups Water
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Instruction

  • Turn on the Instant Pot using the saute function, and allow the stainless steel liner to get hot. Once the liner gets hot, add the oil and onions. Cook the onions until they are soft and translucent (about 5 minutes), then add the garlic. Continue to cook for an additional 30 seconds. Press cancel on the Instant Pot.
  • Add the black eyed peas, bay leaves, thyme sprigs, ham hock, broth, and water.
  • Close the lid, and set the valve to sealing. Press the manual (pressure cook) button, and adjust the time to 16 minutes (14-15 minutes for firmer black eye peas or 17-18 minutes for softer black eyed peas).
  • After the time is up, allow a 15 minute natural release before opening the valve to release any remaining pressure.
  • Carefully open the lid, and remove the bay leaves and ham hock. If any meat is able to be removed from the bone, remove it and add it back to the black eyed peas.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and serve hot with fresh cornbread.