Black Eyed Peas Liz’s New Year’s
and
Cast Iron Skillet
Cornbread
A Southern tradition to bring luck on New Year’s Day. The more you eat, INGREDIENTS the more luck you have! 1 pound (453grams) black eyed peas 4 -5 thick bacon slices , chopped or ham hocks 1 large onion , diced 1 stalk celery , diced 2-3 teaspoons minced garlic CORNBREAD 1 Jalapenos , minced (optional) replace with You can use any cayenne pepper store bought corn2 teaspoons fresh thyme , minced bread mix. A mix with bay leaf honey adds a nice contrast 1-2 teaspoons creole seasoning to the salty smokiness of the 7-8 cups chicken broth beans. Instead of a regular pan, 2 cups or more Collard greens (optional) you follow directions on the back can sub kale of the package but cook in a Salt and pepper to taste cast iron skillet, this adds a nice For a vegetarian recipe exclude bacon or ham crisp edge to the cornbread. hocks and sub vegetable broth for chicken Make sure to grease the skillet broth. so thecornbread does not stick. 64
