Black-eyed Pea Salad

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Pre-Notes

In the Southern United States, eating black-eyed peas on New Year's Day is thought to bring prosperity in the new year.

Ingredients

Dressing

1. 1/4 c extra virgin olive oil
2. 1/3 c lemon juice
3. 1 T fresh chopped marjoram leaves or 1 t dried marjoram leaves
4. 2 t sugar
5. 1/2 t salt
6. 1/4 t pepper

Salad

7. 1 (15 oz) can Blackeye Peas, rinsed and drained
8. 1 (11 oz) can Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, drained
9. 4 oz Colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (1 c)
10. 1/2 c celery, chopped
11. 1/2 c red onion, chopped
12. 2 medium tomatoes, seeded, coarsely chopped
13. 1 medium yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped

Instructions

Dressing

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, marjoram, sugar, salt and pepper.
2. Gradually whisk in oil, until combined. Set aside.

Salad

1. In large bowl, combine all salad ingredients; mix gently.
2. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently.
3. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours to blend flavors.

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