We all know that black-eyed peas are a good luck food to eat on New Year’s day, but have you ever tried cooking with smoked turkey necks? No? Well, consider this your lucky day!
This southern beans dish is not only hearty and delicious, but it’s also affordable and easy to make. So gather up your ingredients and let’s get cooking!
Why do I love Southern Beans with Smoked Turkey Necks and Potatoes?
- The Southern Beans with Smoked Turkey Necks and Potatoes recipe offers a delicious and comforting combination of flavors.
- This dish is the perfect combination of savory and sweet, with the smoked turkey necks and potatoes providing a hearty and satisfying base.
- The addition of beans offers a protein-rich, nutrient-dense element that is sure to make this a filling meal.
- The combination of smoked turkey necks and beans provides a unique flavor profile that will tantalize the taste buds.
- The potatoes in this recipe are cooked to perfection, giving the dish a creamy texture and a delightful crunch.
What type of potatoes should I use?
It’s best to use russet or yukon gold. They hold up great and won’t turn mushy or grainy like some soft potatoes.
Where do you find turkey necks?
Your local grocery store should carry turkey necks. Sometimes they are harder to find, so be sure to ask your butcher. They are very popular and easy to purchase around the holidays.
Ingredients:
- Onion chopped
- Fresh green beans trimmed
- Potatoes peeled and diced
- Smoked turkey necks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Minced garlic
How to make Southern Beans with Smoked Turkey Necks and Potatoes:
Step 1. Add the turkey necks to a pot of boiling water, and boil low until the meat is tender and falls from the bone.
Step 2. Remove the meat, dice, and set aside.
Step 3. Place the green beans, onions, garlic, and reserved turkey meat into the pot with the turkey broth in it.
Step 4. Simmer for 10 minutes, and then stir in the potatoes.
Step 5. Continue to simmer until the potatoes are tender.
Southern beans with smoked turkey necks and potatoes recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Onion chopped
- 2 lbs. Fresh green beans trimmed
- 5 Potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 lb. Smoked turkey legs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tsp. Minced garlic
Instructions
- Add the turkey legs to a pot of boiling water, and boil low until the meat is tender and falls from the bone.
- Remove the meat, dice and set aside.
- Place the green beans, onions, garlic and reserved turkey meat into the pot with the turkey broth in it.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, and then stir in the potatoes.
- Continue to simmer until the potatoes are tender.
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Is this a vegan recipe?
No, this is not a vegan recipe. The turkey is meat, and there isn’t really an alternative to make this a vegan recipe.
What is the cooking time and temperature?
The smoked turkey necks and potatoes will take about 50 minutes to cook in total. You’ll need to boil the turkey until the meat falls off the bone, then you’ll need to add the potatoes and cook until they are fork tender.
Can I substitute the beans with another kind of legume?
Sure! Any kind of legume you like will work. Just be sure not to overcook them, so they don’t lose texture.
What other seasonings can I add?
- Poultry seasoning
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Creole seasoning
- Or anything else you like
What are some side dishes that would go well with this dish?
- Rice
- Broccoli
- Carrots
- Cauliflower
- Squash
- Spinach
- Salad
Can I make this recipe in the slow cooker?
Yes! Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours or until you see that the turkey is falling off the bones. You can add the potatoes at the same time as the other ingredients when slow cooking.
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