
Black-eyed peas, the legume, have it harder than other beans. They have to compete with The Black Eyed Peas, the Grammy award-winning hip hop group. In people's minds and Google search, "black-eyed peas" brings to mind Fergie before it brings to mind food. Black-eyed peas, the legume, however, are worth remembering.
Not only are black-eyed pea recipes considered good luck to eat at the new year in the South, but they're good for you too. Whether you're looking to switch it up this year or following a New Year's tradition that, according to Slate, "has both African and Jewish roots" (which is pretty cool in and of itself), here are 21 black-eyed pea recipes that will make you forget all about that world-famous band.
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Greek-Style, Black-Eyed Pea Stew

The Cozy Apron
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Tex Mex Black-Eyed Pea Casserole

Recipe Girl
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Greek Black-Eyed Peas Salad

Simply Recipes
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Masala Roongi (Black-Eyed Peas In Curry)

Tongue Ticklers
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Black-Eyed Peas And Ham

New Media Publishing
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Crispy Spiced Black-Eyed Peas

Feed Me Phoebe
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Slow-Cooked Black-Eyed Peas

The Wanderlust Kitchen
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Black-Eyed Pea Cakes With Collard Greens

Eats Well With Others
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Black-Eyed Peas And Dill Potato Skillet

Naturally Ella
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Black-Eyed Pea Salad With Roasted Butternut Squash

Fort Mill SC Living
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Black-Eyed Pea Salad With Cumin-Lime Vinaigrette

Kalyn's Kitchen
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Black-Eyed Pea Salsa With Cheese Quesadillas

Simply Recipes
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Sausage, Kale And Black-Eyed Pea

Bev Cooks
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