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Black-Eyed Peas With Collard Greens and Turnips

Submitted by: veganbaby

Hearty black-eyed peas paired with collard greens and turnips can be a savory side dish or served over brown rice for a meatless main dish.

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Easy Japanese-Style Vegan Collard Greens

Submitted by: STRYDER256

Collard greens are seasoned with Japanese gomasio, sesame seed oil, and mirin for a fresh approach to this nutritious green.

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Vegan Caribbean Stew

Submitted by: stronglive1

A warming, savory stew of collard greens and okra is seasoned with the rich flavors of the Caribbean.

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Tasty Collard Greens

Submitted by: ANADRI

A classic recipe for collard greens that uses smoked turkey to add some flavor. Greens are simmered in chicken stock, then spiced with a dash of red chile flakes.

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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

Provided 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.