Although I do love the catchy tunes of the American pop group, I’m referring to the black eyed peas of traditional New Year’s Day Southern fare.

Donovon will typically try a new recipe for our good luck staple and this year he has outdone himself. Tonight he made “Black-eyed Pea and Sausage Soup” from his favorite cookbook that I bought him years ago in Louisiana. This soup is insanely good – hearty, flavorful, and full of soul.

I hope it brings the good luck intended by eating it, but I count myself lucky just for the meal in and of itself. I’m so grateful for Donovon’s black eyed pea soup!!