Black-Eyed Peas with Slab Bacon
Kwanzaa is one of the most community-centered holidays and because of that, the table you set should consider a crowd. Think of the dishes you serve as a bountiful, culturally-rich offering that welcomes your guests in and takes them on a trip around the African diaspora. Here you'll find healthy, delicious Kwanzaa recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.
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