Celebrating Black History Month Through Food!
- HPDP FFORC
- Feb 24
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FFORC | February 24, 2025
🍽️ Celebrating Black History Month Through Food!
Food brings us all together, and certain foods can evoke memories of family, laughter, and love, smells, sights, and sounds directly tied to our shared cultural memories.
Black history is in the food we eat! Okra, black-eyed peas, rice, and yams all come from African American food traditions. These foods have been passed down for generations, telling stories of strength, creativity, and community.
This #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate the farmers, chefs, and families who keep these traditions alive. We can honor Black history by purchasing foods from local farmers, restaurants, and grocery stores.
Collard greens are an important part of Black history. They came to the U.S. from African food traditions. Enslaved Africans cooked them with smoked meat to make them tasty and filling. Today, people still enjoy collard greens at family meals and celebrations. They remind us of strength, culture, and community.
Try this flavorful version of classic collard greens!
✨ Collard Greens Recipe ✨
✅ 1 bunch collard greens, chopped
✅ 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
✅ 3 cloves garlic, minced
✅ 1 small onion, diced
✅ 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
✅ 1 tsp smoked paprika
✅ ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
✅ Salt & pepper to taste
*You can also add in your favorite protein like a bacon or sausage
Instructions:
1️⃣ Heat olive oil in a large pan. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2️⃣ Add collard greens and your protein (optional) and cook for 2-3 minutes.
3️⃣ Pour in vegetable broth, add seasonings, and simmer for 20-30 minutes until tender.
4️⃣ Serve and enjoy a taste of history!
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