Ingredients

  • 2 (16 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, 2 cans, do not drain
  • 1 1/2 cups organic potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup carrot, diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, do not drain
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely minced

Method

  • Heat oil in a soup pot, saute garlic and onion for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except the parsley. Cover and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the flame to low and simmer for 20 minutes. Mash the potatoes slightly with a potato masher to thicken the soup. Serve and garnish with parsley.