I didn't try it til I moved down here and was here for a couple of years. I guess the south (Fl - not Sicily) is finally wearing off on me alittle.
But I still ain't eatin black-eyed peas! And that be that!
Well I was born and raised in Miami Florida myself and now live in Kentucky. Oh and I love black eye peas actually make a pretty good black eye pea salad to serve cold. Here is the recipe if you feel adventures.
Marinated Blackeye Peas
1 can (15.8 ounces) BUSH'S BEST Blackeye Peas, rinsed and drained
1 chopped red bell pepper (can be roasted type in oil)
1 rib celery, finely chopped
1 tablespoon onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon salad oil ( I use extra virgin olive oil )
1 tablespoon vinegar (balsamic)
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (Mircle Whip is my choice)
1 teaspoon dijon mustard (or any good dark whole grain mustard)
1 finely chopped jalapeno pepper (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
dash cayenne pepper (optional)
1 small can of Diced tomatos with green chilis (Rotel tomatoes)
1 or 2 drops Tabasco to taste (optional)
Rinse and drain Best Blackeye Peas and diced tomatoes. Add chopped celery, red bell pepper, jalapeno and onion. Combine oil, vinegar, mayonnaise, salt and cayenne. Mix well. Pour over peas. Stir gently. Allow to chill in refrigerator several hours or overnight.
The optional items are just that as I like it with some heat which many can't handle. The Rotel tomatoes are not hot at all even with the chili peppers in it.