We are thrilled that our friend Alice Faulkner Burch joined us to share her recipe for Black-Eyed Peas. Alice ate these when she was growing up, and she makes them again now. Alice’s peas have a milder flavor than those from other recipes we’ve tried--maybe because of the long soaking time. Her peas were creamy and soothing, and she taught us a few life lessons as we cooked like her mama used to do to her. Cooking the way her mama taught reminds Alice of the wisdom her mother shared, and we will remember her insights every time we make this dish.