I was moved to write a short poem about cowpeas when preparing for an online cooking class teaching the traditional dish Red Red (a protein- and flavor-packed Ghanaian stew) — that is how much I love ...

Marinate hot rice and beans in 1/3 cup Red Pepper Dressing. Cool at room temperature. Add sausage, carrots, celery, onion and salt. Mix gently. Sprinkle with parsley. Makes 6 to 8 servings. Combine ...

Okay, so I know this sounds weird, but I’ve become totally obsessed with black eyed peas. Like, embarrassingly obsessed. My friends think I’ve lost it, but honestly? These little beans have blown my ...

If mutton is not available, lamb makes a good substitute. Goat meat is always readily available in most butchers. Whatever the case, using any of the above mentioned meat, you will get good results ...

Heat 6 cups water, beans and ham in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; lower to a simmer. Cook until the beans are tender, about 11/2 hours. Stir in onion, chili, pepper and salt; heat to a simmer ...

African beans are a staple in many households, thanks to their versatility and nutritional benefits. These beans can be ...

In need of some luck for the new year? Look no further than your nearest grocery store. Eating black-eyed peas—a Southern tradition that goes back hundreds of years—could leave you feeling lucky. Some ...

Don’t you stare at me, you black-eyed pea, cowpea, slick bean with a slow pulse. Why don’t you simmer down, in your bath of salt water? Let your jacket slip, that protective cover you cloak yourself ...

Don’t you stare at me, you black-eyed pea, cowpea, slick bean with a slow pulse. Why don’t you simmer down, in your bath of salt water? Let your jacket slip, that protective cover you cloak yourself ...