Hoppin’ John is a black eyed peas and rice dish served in the south. It often incorporates bacon, onion, other chopped vegetables and seasonings. Black eyed peas are thought to give you good luck when eaten on New Year’s Day, and they’re traditionally served with collard greens. National Black Eyed Pea Day is January 1st. …
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Instant Pot Cajun Spiced Walnuts are buttery walnuts coated with a mixture of zesty spices in this easy-to-make recipe. May 17th is National Walnut Day! Of course you must celebrate with walnuts. I suggest making Maple Walnut Fudge, Walnut Cake or these Instant Pot Cajun Spiced Walnuts! Share the walnut love on social media today …
Instant Pot Wild Mushroom Soup is a wonderful, delicious broth-based soup. This is the perfect soup for mushroom lovers! April 16th is Day of the Mushroom. Of course, you must celebrate by eating some mushrooms. My favorite way to eat them is to saute them with a little bit of oil and balsamic vinegar, and …
This Easy Shrimp Gumbo recipe is a scaled-down, simple version of classic Southern gumbo. Traditional gumbo is a heavily seasoned stew made with a variety of meat or seafood in a sauce or gravy. Although it’s typically made with a “roux,” this version does not use a roux base. October 12th is National Gumbo Day! …
Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage is a super easy way to make the (American) favorite meal for St. Patrick’s Day. March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day. It’s a day in the United States that we use as an excuse gather together for a party, eat Irish-themed foods and drink green beer. Corned Beef and …