Happy New Year! Polish (and German/ Pennsylvania Dutch) tradition states that on New Year's Day you must eat
pork and sauerkraut, usually in the form of pork kielbasa. Pork is thought to enhance forward thinking and bring new adventures in the new year since pigs forge forward and cabbage is thought to bring prosperity. Since I don't eat meat any more, I replaced the pork with
black eyed peas, which are a southern tradition thought to bring prosperity in the new year. Using the pork seasoning though, left the dish really bland, so I made up a new twist this year! I served it with Tofukry kielbasa, an arugula salad, and fresh bread. Bring on 2014!
Maple Cinnamon Black-Eyed Peas and Sauerkraut
2lb sauerkraut
2 granny smith apples, cubed
2c black eyed peas
cinnamon, garlic, cloves to taste
1/4c maple syrup
Add all ingredients to a crock pot. Cook on high for 5-6 hours or 10 hours on low. Enjoy!
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| Winter sun in the woods on a recent ride :) |
Love this recipe and that photo is gorgeous! I swear we get to see so much more of the world because we spend so much time training out there!
ReplyDeleteThanks on both accounts! I think you're totally right: we get to see more and from a different perspective due to our outdoor exploits :)
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