Happenings across the High Plains

Black-Eyed Peas: New Year's Good Luck

High Plains Public Radio | By Skip Mancini

Published January 2, 2014 at 10:07 AM CST

We'll kick off the new year with a look at a tradition that grew from the traffic of slave ships to the farmlands of the American South. Whatever you call them -- black-eyes, crowders, cream peas or purple hulls, these legumes have long been a basic element of survival. Thought to be a symbol of good luck in the future, they could definitely bring you the wealth of good health, as they are nutritious and delicious dished up on a New Year's Day.

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Skip Mancini

Years ago Skip Mancini left the rocky coast of Northern California to return to her roots in the heartland. Her San Francisco friends, concerned over her decision to live in a desolate flatland best known for a Hollywood tornado, were afraid she would wither and die on the vine. With pioneer spirit, Skip planted a garden. She began to learn about growing not only flowers and vegetables, but hearts and minds. If you agree that the prairie is a special place, we think you'll enjoy her weekly sojourns into Growing on the High Plains.

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