What to do with Black-Eyed Peas

Black-Eyed Peas were introduced into the United States through the African slave trade, and became an important part of the culture of food for the soul. A small yellow bean has an "eye" Circular Black, who gave his name.

These grains, which was also known as cowpea, are essential to eat the day of Hoppin 'John on New Year's Day, as a symbol of good luck for the year. But there are other ways to enjoy South grains, as well as a traditional pig stock soaked.

Here are some ideas to get started:

• Add sauce.
• Fry the donuts.
• Crushed such as baked beans and top with cheese.
• A specialty is South Texas Caviar with these beans, vegetables and dressing dip.
• Use your favorite chili recipe to other grains.
• Make a southern style green salad, tomatoes, red onions and fried chicken pieces and garnished with black-eyed peas.
• For black eye peas with pieces of Vidalia onions and tomatoes on a plate.
• Add the rice to a number of beans and rice.