Name: Hoppin' John Salad with Molasses Dressing
Prep time: 30 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Yield: Makes 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/4 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 (1-pound) bag frozen black-eyed peas; 1 1/2 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled yam (red-skinned sweet potato); 2 cups 1/2-inch cubes andouille sausage (about 12 ounces); 1 1/2 cups frozen sliced okra, thawed, patted dry; 1 cup chopped red onion

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Hoppin' John Salad with Molasses DressingBrian Leatart

It is said that eating Hoppin' John on New Year's Day will bring good luck. Here's a fresh take on the southern dish traditionally made with salt pork (we've subbed in andouille sausage) and served over rice.

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