To Dwell In Primitive Thymes

Happy New Year!

Start the New Year with a dish of good luck!

A staple in the Southern diet for over 300 years, black-eyed peas have long been associated with good luck. A dish of peas is a New Year's tradition in most areas of the South, thought to bring luck and prosperity for the new year.

I love this yummy Salsa, and contrary to the name, there are no fish eggs in it...YUCK!

Southern Caviar
(A yummy Good Luck Salsa for New years Day)

1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 or 3 finely chopped jalapeno peppers

1/2 bunch cilantro chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 cup Italian-style salad dressing

fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

In a medium bowl, combine black-eyed peas, black beans, corn, onion, green bell pepper, jalapeno peppers, cilantro and tomatoes. Season with Italian dressing, juice from 1 lemon, and garlic salt; mix well. Cover, and refrigerate several hours to blend flavors.

Serve w/ tortilla chips!

The artists of TDIPT wish you a healthy, happy & prosperous 2009!