This one is for the black eyed pea haters…

I have to admit, I’ve never really liked black eyed peas. But I wouldn’t skip them on New Year’s Day, ever. The traditional southern preparation is hot with greens if some kind. That is not my jam. But this is…

We start with dry beans, soak them, then slowly cook with aromatics. Once cooled, they’re mixed with brown rice, chopped veggies, diced ham and a house made Dijon/brown sugar vinaigrette. End result - a delicious cold salad that can be eaten as a side or with thick chips as a dip.
half pint