this Black-Eyed Pea Soup is the perfect recipe! Made with savory black-eyed peas, smoky ham, fresh vegetables, and flavorful spices, this dish is not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying.

Split peas, however, can be made reasonably quickly. They're a wonderful and frequent go-to item, and they're delicious. While I more often than not use them in soups, they are also a fast side dish.

Crabs are so plentiful along the Louisiana coast that you are certain to find this ingredient in everything from simple hors d’oeuvres to grand casseroles.