New year day dinner –New Year’s Day is a special time for all of us to gather with family and friends, and there’s nothing quite like celebrating it with a meal that brings good luck and prosperity for the year to come. One of our favorite dishes is the traditional New Year’s meal, rich with flavors and steeped in tradition. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe and make sure we start the year off right!
Our Favorite New Year’s Meal
One thing that’s always on our table is this hearty dish that’s not just a feast for the stomach but also a feast for the eyes. Check out this beautiful image of the dish:
Let’s get into the details of how to whip up this amazing meal!
Ingredients:
- 1 whole black-eyed peas (soaked overnight)
- 1 pound of collard greens (washed and chopped)
- 1 smoked ham hock
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, combine the soaked black-eyed peas, ham hock, onion, garlic, and chicken broth. Bring it to a boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
- Add the collard greens to the pot, and season with salt and pepper. Stir everything together.
- Cover and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes, allowing the greens to braise until tender and the flavors meld together.
- After cooking, remove the ham hock and chop the meat. Stir the meat back into the pot, giving a delicious depth to the flavor.
- Serve the black-eyed peas and collard greens over a mound of cooked rice, ladling some of that rich broth over the top.
This meal is not just about taste—it’s about tradition and the blessings of a new year. Enjoy every bite with your loved ones, and let’s make 2024 our best year yet!