Ingredient:
- 3/4 lb. black beans
- 1 1/2 qt. cold water
- 2 oz. salt pork (optional)
- 3/4 lb. hamhock or bone of smoke ham
- 1 lg. onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 2 green peppers, chopped
- 1/2 c. bacon drippings or olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. oregano
- 1/4 c. vinegar
Direction:
Wash beans. Soak overnight. Add salt pork, ham hock and simmer over low heat. Saute onions, garlic, green pepper in bacon drippings until tender. Add to beans. Season with bay leaves, salt and oregano. Simmer until beans are tender and thick, approximately 3 hours. Add vinegar just before serving. Serve over rice with finely chopped onion on top. |
Ingredient:
- 1/2 lb uncooked rotini
- 1 12-1/2 oz can tuna, drained and flaked
- 2 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced celery
- 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 T. prepared mustard
- 1 tsp dill weed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
Direction: Prepare rotini according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl combine rotini, tuna, cucumbers, tomato, celery, green pepper, and onions. In a small bowl blend Italian dressing, mayonnaise, mustard, and seasonings. Add to salad mixture; toss to coat. Cover and chill.
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