A hearty and flavorful slow-cooked dish featuring black-eyed peas, vegetables, and savory ham, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prepare the vegetables by chopping the onion, carrots, and celery into small pieces.
Uniformly chopped vegetables ensure even cooking and a consistent texture.
Place the smoked ham, chopped onion, carrots, and celery into the slow cooker as the first layer.
Layering the ingredients helps distribute flavors evenly during cooking.
Add the canned black-eyed peas and chopped collard greens on top of the vegetable layer.
Rinse canned black-eyed peas to reduce sodium content.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes. Pour this mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
Mixing the spices with the broth ensures even seasoning throughout the dish.
Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 to 10 hours.
Avoid opening the slow cooker lid frequently to maintain a consistent cooking temperature.
Cook the rice according to the package instructions.
Fluff the rice with a fork after cooking to separate the grains.
Combine the cooked rice with the contents of the slow cooker just before serving.
Adding the rice at the end prevents it from becoming overly soft.
Serve the dish warm, garnished with additional red pepper flakes if desired.
Serve with cornbread or a side salad for a complete meal.
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