My memories of Kwanzaa are all of my grandmother's dinner table. She had thick red glassware with matching plates, cups, and bowls. She always spent weeks hunting for black candles that sat in the ...

Beans are the quintessential pantry staple -- and they're versatile too! Chef Jackie Freeman, author of “Easy Beans”, joined us from her home in Seattle to share a recipe that crosses the border ...

Take the dry black-eyed peas, add to a bowl, cover with water and place in the fridge overnight. Place red bell pepper, scallions, garlic, oil, Champagne vinegar, apple cider vinegar and parsley in a ...

It is a time-honored tradition in the South to serve black-eyed peas on New Year's, and with good reason. The tiny, creamy beans are thought to bring prosperity and good luck. And there's no better ...

Around New Year’s Day, a friend shared that she was cooking a menu of foods that are supposed to bring good luck. Depending on the country and culture, auspicious foods could include round ingredients ...

There are all sorts of traditions that ring in the new year, but I can’t think of one tastier than the custom of eating black-eyed peas, collard greens, and cornbread on Jan. 1. Those dishes encompass ...

Black-eyed peas and winter greens come together for a bowlful of good luck and prosperity in the new year, which, even if you’re not superstitious, might make you think twice after the year we’ve ...

One of my favorite holidays is New Year’s Day. It's a day full of open houses, resolutions and traditions. And those traditions involve sharing food with friends and family. While it is lovely to move ...

Note: In addition to being the perfect side dish for a New Year's ham, this simple, fresh and hearty salad can also serve as a healthy main dish. From Meredith Deeds. • 2 bunches (about 1 lb.) kale ...