Hoppin’ John

Hoppin’ John, said to have originated with the slaves on Southern plantations, is said to bring good luck if eaten on New Year’s day. Have as part of a New Year’s Day menu of Pork Hock with Braised Greens, …

Green Beans & Red Onion Salad

This picnic salad is perfect to pack along for a meal alfresco. If made ahead, cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours. For a dressed-up variation, add crumbled blue cheese and slivered almonds just before serving. …

Steamed New Potatoes with Parmesan

Small spring potatoes, cooked until just tender, are masked in a Parmesan-spiked cream sauce. Menu them with sautéed pork chops and fresh green peas. …

Apple-Horseradish Sauce

Two flavors that go perfectly with pork. Serve with pork chops or use on a sandwich made with sliced leftover pork roast. …

Texas Caviar

Texans say you need to make it one to three days ahead so the flavors will mellow. You may add, substitute or delete any of the ingredients. This is a fun recipe to experiment with. Serve at room temperature with …