Swamp Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (extra virgin, for sautéing)
• 1 tablespoon Salted Butter (cut into small pieces)
• 1 package KKA Hickory Smoked Sausage (about 12 oz, sliced into ½‑inch rounds)
• 2 small Onion (peeled and diced)
• 2 cans Turnip Greens (27 oz cans, seasoned, drained)
• 2 cans Black‑Eyed Peas (15 oz cans, drained and rinsed)
• 2 cans Fire‑Roasted Tomatoes with Green Chilies (15 oz cans, keep liquid)
• 6 cups Chicken Broth (low‑sodium, can use broth concentrate diluted)
• 5 each Russet Potatoes (peeled and cubed 1‑inch pieces)
• to taste Salt (optional, adjust at end)
• to taste Black Pepper (freshly ground if possible)

Instructions

1. Heat Fat

   Place the large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt and the oil heat up, swirling the pot to coat evenly.

   Time: PT2M

2. Brown the Sausage

   Add the sliced KKA hickory smoked sausage to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are nicely browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

3. Sauté Onions

   Add the diced onions to the pot with the sausage. Sauté until the onions become translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

   Time: PT3M

4. Add Greens, Peas, and Tomatoes

   Stir in the drained turnip greens, drained black‑eyed peas, and the fire‑roasted tomatoes with their juices. Mix well to combine.

   Time: PT2M

5. Add Broth and Potatoes

   Pour in the chicken broth and add the cubed potatoes. Give everything a good stir.

   Time: PT2M

6. Bring to a Boil

   Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a rolling boil.

   Time: PT5M

7. Simmer Until Potatoes Are Tender

   Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork‑tender.

   Time: PT15M

8. Season and Finish

   Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Let it sit for another minute to meld flavors.

   Time: PT2M

9. Serve

   Ladle the hot swamp soup into bowls and serve immediately, optionally with a side of simple cornbread.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

15 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

5 g