These are my favorite canned veggie. They go great with meatloaf and pot roast. They are also a must anytime I make mashed potatoes. I get off easy when I take a dish to Thanksgiving dinner at my brother’s house. I always bring the peas... The BEST peas!

One of my traditional Thanksgiving side dishes is Pea Salad. My dad’s mom, Mema Johnson, made this dish all the time when I was growing up. It’s quick and easy and it is a light dish, not too heavy like most high carb Thanksgiving dishes.

I don’t really measure out this recipe. I use quantities based on my liking and taste. Some people like more of this and less of that. Put all the ingredients in a bowl and fold it all together! Cover and refrigerate the salad. It can be made a day ahead of time.