Black-eyed Peas & and Cabbage : Tradition and Recipe
THE HISTORY OF BLACK-EYED PEAS ON NEW YEARS DAY
Black-eyed Peas & Cabbage
Some say the black-eyed pea's lucky streak dates back to the pharaohs. Others say it started during the Civil War in Vicksburg, Virginia. The town ran out of food while under siege and the inhabitants were lucky enough to discover cow peas (a.k.a., black-eyed peas). Meanwhile, cabbage leaves are thought to bring prosperity to those who eat them on New Year's Day.
Greens – (collards, mustard or turnip greens, cabbage, etc.) symbolize the green of “dollar bills,” and will ensure you have a financially prosperous New Year.
Black-eyed peas symbolize “coins,” and point to monetary gain.
Cornbread, with its yellow hue, represents “gold.”
Pork/Ham – Whether you use ham to flavor the Hoppin’ John, or the
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