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Spicy Bean Salsa

Submitted by: Susan Navarrete 
Also known as 'cowboy caviar', this twist on traditional salsa is enlivened with black beans, corn and black-eyed peas. 

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Texas Caviar with Avocado

Submitted by: Kim Lawn 
Black-eyed peas, fresh avocado slices, and tomatoes highlight this spicy, flavor filled dip! Scoop it up by the chipful, and enjoy! 

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Texas Caviar I

Submitted by: ELKINSMEG 
Here's a spicy Texas favorite. Black-eyed peas and black beans are marinated in a fiery, flavorful mixture. This is great with tortilla chips or bread -- and plenty of cold iced tea! 

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Classic Texas Caviar

Submitted by: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson 
Don't bother with soaking and cooking beans for Classic Texas Caviar - the canned variety works well. But skip the bottled dressing, and take a little extra time to measure your own vinegar, oil and spices. 

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Poor Man's Caviar

Submitted by: ANNELISA1211 
A mix of black beans, black-eyed peas, and garbanzo beans, corn, onion, garlic, parsley, and basil tossed with a red wine and olive oil vinaigrette dressing makes a fabulous dip or side dish. Kidney beans and navy beans can also be used. 

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Sweet N Sour Beans

Submitted by: Barbara Short 
This recipe is popular on both sides of the border. It came from a friend in Alaska, then traveled with me to old Mexico, where I lived for 5 years, and is now a potluck favorite in my Arkansas community. It's easy to keep the beans warm and serve from a slow cooker. -Barbara Short, Mena, Arkansas 

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Black-Eyed Pea Salad

Submitted by: Lynn McAllister 
Colorful tomatoes, green pepper and red onion contrast nicely with black-eyed peas. --Lynn McAllister, Mt. Ulla, North Carolina 

Easy Hoppin' John

Submitted by: DONIGL 
This easy version of Hoppin' John, the beloved southern dish of rice and black-eyed peas, uses canned peas and instant rice, and is ready in less than an hour. 

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Avocado and Black Eyed Pea Salsa

Submitted by: wusz 
Home Town: Portland, Oregon, USA
Serve this festive, colorful salsa salad, made with black-eyed peas, avocado, and white shoe peg corn, with chips or as a side dish. It's perfect for New Year's or watching football. 

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Pork and Spinach Salad

Submitted by: Marian Pratt 
My family enjoys picnics anytime of year--especially in the spring. To get in the mood for warmer weather, I serve this hearty main-dish salad. You just can't beat a salad that tastes great and is good for you, too. --Marian Pratt Sequim, Washington 

Spicy Creamy Cajun Ham and Black Eyed Peas Salad

Submitted by: Miss Amy 
A warm salad of black-eyed peas, corn, and ham has a creamy, spicy dressing with Cajun flavoring.  

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Black-Eyed Pea Gumbo

Submitted by: Lynn 
Home Town: Birmingham, Alabama, USA
A winter time favorite at our house. We always have it for New Year's Day while we watch football! Serve with a tossed salad and corn bread. 

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Quick Hoppin' John Soup

Submitted by: Nephi 
Home Town: Owensboro, Kentucky, USA
Living In: Bowling Green, Kentucky, USA
This is a modification of my father's hoppin' john recipe. The only difference between his and mine is the use of tomatoes. It's a great recipe for the holidays (New Year's) or any time during winter months. There are many versions of this recipe here, but this one is quick so you can throw it together after a long day at work for the whole family to enjoy! 

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Cowboy Caviar

Submitted by: Pam Anderson 
Black beans absorb other flavors superbly, so try to leave this for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow the different flavors to blend together. 

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Black-Eyed Pea Salad

Submitted by: LADYEM 
Toss together black-eyed peas and assorted colorful vegetables, sprinkle with a balsamic vinaigrette, and enjoy! 

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Creole Black-Eyed Peas and Rice

Submitted by: Sola 
Living In: Spokane, Washington, USA
An easy spicy dish made with rice and black-eyed peas. Adjust the spices to your needs - less Creole Seasoning if you like it mild, add chili powder or cayenne pepper for more kick! 

Sweet and Spicy Soup with Black-Eyed Peas and Sweet Potato

Submitted by: amanda1432 
Home Town: Hopewell Junction, New York, USA
Living In: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Contrasting flavors of sweet, spicy, and earthy combine in this thick, hearty soup. It's equally tasty served hot or cold. 

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Black-Eyed Peas and Tortillas

Submitted by: Brian C. Ivers 
Black-eyed peas are cooked with garlic, jalapeno, and onion, and served in tortillas. 

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Black-Eyed Peas and Gumbo

Submitted by: Paula 
Thick, rich, and tasty - this gumbo is made with cooked ham and black-eyed peas. It's a perfect dish for New Year's Day, but hearty and delicious any time of the year. 

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Black-Eyed Pea Chowder

Submitted by: Brenda 
Canned black-eyed peas and crisply cooked diced bacon are combined with celery, onion, green pepper and stewed tomatoes in this good luck soup traditionally served on New Year 's Eve. 

 
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