New Year's Day is when you want to have your Cabbage, Black-eyed Peas, and Ham to ensure Health, Wealth, and Prosperity for the coming year. The past year? We must have been out of ham and cabbage. But, it's time to renew, so let's give it a shot.
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Ham
Let's ensure progress and accomplishment in the New Year. Ham represents looking forward and never going backward. That is what we need in 2025!!
Cabbage and Black-eyed Peas
Money and health...right here in the cabbage and black-eyed peas! Don't pass on these.
Turkey
Not into ham? These turkeys are a great substitute. I'm not sure turkeys have the forward-looking attitude of a pig, so make sure you get your pork from the cabbage or black-eyed peas!
Hors d'oeuvres
Nothing gets a gathering kicked off right, like some good appetizers. Here are some of Sweet Daddy D's favorite hors d'oeuvres.
Oysters, Oysters Everywhere
It's the perfect time of year for OYSTERS!
Mirliton Recipes
South Louisiana's Favorite Vegetable, the Mirliton, is peaking this time of year!
Stuffings and Dressings
Gumbos and Bisques
Nothing like some Gumbo or Bisque when the weather is cold and you have guests:
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Spinach Recipes
Spinach looks like money to me! If you can't have cabbage, go with spinach.
Jambalaya and Pastalaya
Do you have guests coming and going all day long or glued to the Bowl Games? A large pot of jambalaya or Pastalaya would be perfect for such an occasion, and the pork within doesn't hurt, either.
Special Sides
Here are some great side dishes that will feed your hungry guests. Do you need a side dish to bring to a party or open house? These are the perfect choices...
- Stovetop Candied Sweet Potatoes
- Turnip Greens
- Smothered Okra and Tomatoes
- Cranberry Relish
- Mirliton Casserole with Shrimp
- Broccoli Cheese Casserole
- Peas in a Roux
- Cajun Eggplant Dressing
- Yellow Squash Casserole
- Roasted Carrots with Cane Syrup
- Candied Yams
- Cajun Dirty Rice
- Stuffed Artichoke Casserole
- Smothered Green Beans and Potatoes-Cajun Style
- Creole Sweet Potatoes with Cane Syrup
Don't forget the Sweets
Your diet doesn't start until next week!
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Yeah You Right!
Dan Mikesell
Hi Dave,
Great roundup of delicious recipes. Well done!!! Hope you and yours had a great holiday and a prosperous New Year.
DrDan
Sweet Daddy D
Thanks, Dan. It's very special to hear from you. Best wishes to you for a healthy and prosperous New Year, and a belated birthday to the girls!