Hoppin’ John is a traditional new year’s meal in the Southern U.S., thought to bring good luck and prosperity. I was mostly concerned with the good luck – so far, so good. It features black-eyed peas (legume, not band) and the frugal favorite, ham.
7-8 c cooked black-eyed peas*
5-6 c broth (veg or chicken)
1 c ham, [...]
Posted on January 3rd, 2010 by pollee
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This makes a MESS of red beans and rice and makes wallets happy. Perfect for a fall Sunday dinner with plenty of leftovers for the week’s lunches.
It’s possible to make it vegetarian by omitting the pork products but I fear it will never taste as good without a little piggly wiggly. I use more beans [...]
Posted on October 11th, 2009 by pollee
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Caramelized onions are one of the easiest and most delectable food items ever. All you need is time. And most Americans don’t have that ingredient but I won’t wax poetic about it here. Watch a video on how to caramelize onions.
This dish is a beautiful, rich green color and the flavor combination is out of [...]
Posted on February 21st, 2009 by pollee
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I over-purchased on a recent grocery store trip and had a mess of vegetables ready to go south. You know how it goes. You buy food to prepare for the week, then you end up going out a couple nights and whammo, wilting commences.
In my family, throwing away food is a cardinal sin. We’re farm [...]
Posted on November 8th, 2008 by pollee
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Good for Cinco de Mayo or whenever you’re in the mood for a delicious bowl of beans. This recipe makes enough to feed a famished dinner party and still provide leftovers. They freeze well and make easy-to-grab lunches. It’s best to allow an entire day for simmering.
6 c dry black beans
1 med [...]
Posted on May 4th, 2008 by pollee
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