Every Jan. 1, my family sits down a meal that -- in comparison to the Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts -- feels almost spartan. That's because two of its main component are simple, thrifty dishes: ...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - In many cultures, cabbage, black-eyed peas, and pork are traditional fare for New Year’s celebrations. Black-eyed peas are said to be a sign of good luck, and the leaves of ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Many dinner tables this weekend will feature black eyed peas on New Year's Day. It's been a tradition for years, but how exactly did this uniquely southern tradition start? After ...

Rinse peas and cover them with 6 cups water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let them soak while you prepare the other ...

Everyone is a fan of luck and money, but not everyone is a fan of black-eyed peas and cabbage. I’m happy to stuff myself with my mother’s tender black-eye peas and buttery cabbage. My husband? Not so ...

As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, millions of Americans partake in age-old traditions believed to bring good fortune in the year ahead. Among these customs, eating black-eyed peas ...

Serve stews, salads, succotash, and more with the bean that's said to bring prosperity. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years of experience in content creation, ...

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large iron skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and swirl the pan to coat the bottom. When the oil is hot, add the pork ...

There are all sorts of traditions that ring in the new year, but I can’t think of one tastier than the custom of eating black-eyed peas, collard greens, and cornbread on Jan. 1. Those dishes encompass ...