Black-Eyed Peas with Coconut Milk by Mihir Shah

I adapted this from a recipe I found in the San Francisco Chronicle. My parents have told me that eating Black-Eyed Peas for the New Year was good luck. I made these for my New Year's Eve party and they were a big hit. Went really well with the Steamed Salmon I prepared.

Kale and New Potatoes by Christy Torres

This is a healthy dish perfect for early spring and the first harvest of winter kale. It's easy on the pocket book, and even better with homemade chicken broth. The richness of the avocado complement the tang of the feta. This could be served as a side with chicken or pork or as a light meal on its own.

REAL DUTCH OVEN SPUDS by Gary Christensen

This recipe has been handed down for several generations in my family. The flavor is unique and hearty. They go well with grilled steak and roasted corn on the cob.

Frijoles Borrachos by Cindy McNamara

...or Drunken Beans. Why just simmer plain ol' pinto beans when you can add a few ingredients and have MUY Delish Drunken Beans?? I prefer a dark beer for this recipe but any you have on hand should be fine. I used some heirloom Good Mother Stallard beans from Rancho Gordo growers here in Cali. They are available online along with a…

The Best Mexican Rice by MarthaW

I made this for a Cinco de Mayo party and it was just like the rice you get in a Mexican restaurant. Light, fluffy, and perfect for your next Mexican fiesta!

WOOL GROWERS BASQUE BEANS by barbara

The Woolgrowers Restaurant is one of several Basque restaurants in Bakersfield, California and well known for their food, and especially the beans. This is the original recipe from Mayie, owner of Woolgrowers.

Dauphinoise Potatoes by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Dauphinoise Potatoes

madhur jaffrey's chana dal by Patricia

Smothered Cabbage and Potatoes by Just Cookin'

If you like cabbage, you'll love this dish. It is really good in winter time.

wilted endive and bacon by duane

fresh endive and fried bacon in vinegar sauce

Sautéed Swiss Chard by Renee Bryant

This recipe is a Martha Stewart original that I have made a few adaptations to. Even though it tastes decadent, it is actually very healthy and low in calories.

Cheese & Chickpea & Spinach Creamy Soup by "Cheffie Cooks"

A great year round soup-economical with huge flavors.

Fiesta Corn by David St. John