Did you know that eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s day is believed to bring luck and prosperity in the upcoming year? We wonder what will happen if you eat them all year round… who knows. Here is a recipe that uses them if you want to find out!
Makes: 6 Servings
Ingredients
2 tsp canola oil
1/2 of a medium onion, diced
3 large celery stalks, diced
3 large carrots, peeled and diced
1/2 tsp salt (optional)
1/2 tsp black pepper (optional)
1/4 tsp whole fennel seed
1/8 tsp crushed red pepper
1 can (15oz) black-eyed peas, low sodium, drained and rinsed
3 1/2 cups water
6 oz extra-lean turkey ham, diced into ¼ inch chunks (about 1 cup)
1/3 cup fresh kale, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 Tbs fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and celery. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add carrots, salt, pepper, fennel seed, and optional crushed red pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add black-eyed peas and water. Cook uncovered for 25 minutes over medium heat.
- Add turkey ham and kale. Cook covered for an additional 10 minutes over medium heat until kale is tender.
- Add parsley right before serving. Serve hot.
Source: Recipe for Healthy Kids Cookbook for Homes
