Spicy Black-eyed Pea Soup

==Description==
Easy to make in the crock pot. Has a great cajun flavor. Goes great with cornbread on the side. Enjoy!
===Ingredients===
*16 	 ounces dried Black-Eyed Peas
*1 	cup chopped celery
*1 	cup chopped onions
*1 	cup chopped carrots or bell peppers (may mix)
*5 	cloves garlic, minced
*1-2 	bay leaf
*1 	lb smoked Sausage or andouille sausages or kielbasa, cut into chunks
*1 	teaspoon salt
*1/4 	teaspoon black pepper
*1/4 	teaspoon cayenne pepper
*1 	tablespoon cajun spices or spice essence
*49 1/2 ounces chicken broth (large can)
*	cayenne pepper sauce or Tabasco sauce, to taste
===Directions===
#Sort peas and soak in plenty of water overnight.
#Before cooking, drain and rinse.
#Place all ingredients into crock pot and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until peas are nicely tender.
#Remove bay leaves before serving.
#Serve with additional tabasco, if desired.
Category: Cajun Soups
Category: Cajun Vegetarian
Category: Cajun Recipes
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