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Eating black-eyed peas and greens on New Year’s Day is a Southern tradition that dates back to the Civil War era. It is believed that consuming black-eyed peas and greens on New Year’s Day brings good luck and prosperity in the coming year 12. The peas represent coins, the greens represent paper money, and the cornbread represents gold 1.
According to a recent article by the Greenwood Commonwealth, the tradition of eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is a bit like tossing a coin into a wishing well – diners are eating in hopes of a better year ahead 3. Another article by ABC News suggests that the tradition of eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is a way to attract prosperity in the new year 4.
- Prep 10 Min
- Total 9 Hr 10 Min
- Servings 12
Progresso® chicken broth provides a simple addition to this slow cooked side dish packed with black eyed peas, greens, and ham.
Ingredients
- 1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
- 2 cups diced cooked ham
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, chopped (1/2 cup)
- 2 sprigs (4 inch) fresh thyme
- 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 1 jalapeño chile, seeded, chopped
- 5 cups torn escarole or kale
- Red pepper sauce, if desired
Make WithProgresso BrothSteps
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1Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix all ingredients except escarole and pepper sauce.
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2Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 hours or until peas are tender.
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3Stir in escarole. Cover; cook 1 hour longer or until escarole is wilted and tender. Serve with pepper sauce.
Tips from the Betty Crocker Kitchens
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Nutrition
130 Calories, 2 1/2g Total Fat, 12g Protein, 13g Total Carbohydrate1bag (16 oz) dried black-eyed peas (2 cups), sorted, rinsed
Slow-Cooker Black Eyed Peas and Greens
