Black-eyed peas traveled from Africa to the Americas on the same Middle Passage as enslaved Africans in the 1600s, and continue to connect families with flavors and stories on both sides of the ocean....
If you can't find corona or gigante beans for this stew, use smaller white ones like cannellini. Keep in mind that they'll cook a lot faster, so give the ham a 30-minute head start.
Corned beef is timeless and deserves a spot at the table, not just on St. Paddy's Day. It is a crowd-pleaser that loves the low-and-slow ethos of the slow cooker, turning it tender without fail.