Fortune Feast New Year's Soup
Ring in the New Year with this hearty and flavorful Fortune Feast New Year's Soup. Combining savory ground sausage, nutritious black-eyed peas, and vibrant cabbage, this dish is not only delicious but is also said to bring good luck for the coming year. With rich stewed tomatoes and a hint of sweetness from molasses, every spoonful offers a comforting taste of tradition. Share this soup with family and friends to celebrate new beginnings and harvest the warmth and joy of good fortune.
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Servings
325
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
ground sausage
1 1/2 lbs (browned)
onion
1 large or 1 cup chopped (chopped)
garlic cloves
2 (minced)
black-eyed peas
3 (15 ounce) cans (rinsed and drained)
cabbage
2-3 cups (chopped)
water
2 cups (none)
stewed tomatoes
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans (none)
Rotel tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can (none)
beef bouillon granules
1 tablespoon (none)
molasses or brown sugar
1 tablespoon (none)
Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (none)
ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
In a large stock pot or Dutch oven, begin by browning the ground sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks.
2
Once the sausage is almost cooked through, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
3
Stir in the rinsed and drained black-eyed peas, chopped cabbage, water, stewed tomatoes, Rotel tomatoes, beef bouillon granules, molasses (or honey), Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin.
4
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld.
5
For a slow cooker method, brown the sausage with onion and garlic in a skillet as described. Transfer the browned mixture to a 5-6 quart slow cooker, add the remaining ingredients, and stir well. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
6
Serve hot with your favorite cornbread for an added touch of warmth. For enriched flavor, consider letting the soup sit for a day or two in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to develop further.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
30g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fortune Feast New Year's Soup?
It is a hearty and flavorful soup combining savory ground sausage, nutritious black-eyed peas, and vibrant cabbage, traditionally eaten to bring good luck in the New Year.
What are the primary ingredients in this soup?
The main ingredients include ground sausage, onion, garlic, canned black-eyed peas, cabbage, stewed tomatoes, Rotel tomatoes, and beef bouillon.
How much ground sausage is required?
The recipe calls for 1.5 lbs of ground sausage.
How do I prepare the sausage?
The sausage should be browned in a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and broken apart as it cooks.
What kind of black-eyed peas should I use?
You should use three 15-ounce cans of black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained.
How much cabbage is added to the recipe?
The recipe requires 2 to 3 cups of chopped cabbage.
Can I make this soup in a slow cooker?
Yes, brown the sausage, onion, and garlic first, then transfer to a 5-6 quart slow cooker with the remaining ingredients.
What is the slow cooker cooking time?
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
How long should the soup simmer on the stovetop?
After bringing the mixture to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
What provides the hint of sweetness in the soup?
The sweetness comes from one tablespoon of molasses, though honey or brown sugar can also be used.
What seasonings are used in Fortune Feast New Year's Soup?
Seasonings include beef bouillon granules, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 325 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 20 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 30 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this soup provide?
This soup provides 15 grams of protein per serving.
What is the suggested side dish for this soup?
It is recommended to serve the soup hot with your favorite cornbread.
Can the flavor be improved by waiting?
Yes, letting the soup sit in the refrigerator for a day or two allows the flavors to develop further.
What type of tomatoes are needed?
You need two 14.5-ounce cans of stewed tomatoes and one 10-ounce can of Rotel tomatoes.
How much water is added to the pot?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of water.
How do I prepare the garlic and onion?
The onion should be chopped (about 1 cup) and the 2 garlic cloves should be minced.
What size slow cooker is recommended?
A 5-6 quart slow cooker is the recommended size.
What is the significance of cabbage in this soup?
Cabbage adds vibrant color and nutrition, and along with black-eyed peas, is part of the tradition of eating specific foods for luck.
Is ground cumin included in the recipe?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cumin is used for seasoning.
When should I add the onion and garlic?
Add them once the sausage is almost cooked through and sauté until the onion is translucent.
How many cans of black-eyed peas are used?
Three 15-ounce cans are used.
What kind of bouillon is used?
One tablespoon of beef bouillon granules is used for a rich base.
How much Worcestershire sauce is added?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
Is the soup served hot or cold?
The soup is best served hot.
How much black pepper is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
How much salt is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.