Best 8 Hoppin John With Sausage Recipes

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**Hoppin' John with Sausage: A Flavorful Southern Tradition**

Hoppin' John is a classic Southern dish that is traditionally enjoyed on New Year's Day for good luck and prosperity. This flavorful dish features black-eyed peas, rice, bacon, and onions, simmered together in a pot until tender and flavorful. In this article, we bring you two delicious variations of Hoppin' John: the traditional Hoppin' John with Bacon and a hearty Hoppin' John with Sausage. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor. The traditional Hoppin' John with Bacon is a classic Southern dish, while the Hoppin' John with Sausage adds a smoky, savory twist that is sure to please everyone. Whether you're looking for a traditional New Year's Day dish or a flavorful meal to enjoy any time of year, our Hoppin' John recipes are sure to satisfy.

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HEALTHY HOPPIN' JOHN



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We love Hoppin' John, so I developed this new (and faster) version. I like to mix my chopped green onions in with the hot cooked rice before serving. -Debra Keil, Owasso, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large onion, chopped
1 cup fresh baby carrots, halved lengthwise
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 cups chicken stock
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
3 cups cooked brown rice
2 green onions, chopped
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, carrots and celery in oil for 3 minutes. Add sausage; cook 3 minutes longer. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes longer., Stir in the peas, stock, bay leaf, thyme, pepper and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in vinegar. Simmer, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until carrots are tender., Discard bay leaf. Combine rice and chopped green onions; divide among six bowls. Top with sausage mixture. Sprinkle with sliced green onion.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 817mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

HOPPIN' JOHN WITH SAUSAGE



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Quick recipe I came up with to use some black eyed peas. We thought it was quite tasty and it's healthy and diet friendly, too!

Provided by little_wing

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cooked brown rice
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup celery, sliced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
12 ounces smoked turkey sausage, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (to taste)
1/2 cup tomato sauce

Steps:

  • While rice is cooking, sautee onion and garlic with cajun seasoning in olive oil.
  • Add sausage and brown.
  • Add remaining ingredients and bring to boil. Reduce to simmer.
  • Add rice when done and stir to combine.

HOPPIN' JASON: CANNELLINI AND RICE WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 13h50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound slab bacon, cut into 1/4-inch chunks
6 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch disks
1 small onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
Kosher salt
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound dry white cannellini beans, soaked overnight in water
6 cups low-sodium chicken stock
2 cups long grain white rice
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat the oil and bacon over medium heat. When the bacon starts to render its fat, add the sausage and cook until the bacon crisps up and the sausage turns golden, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon and sausage to a bowl with a slotted spoon.
  • To the pan, add the onions, celery, and bell pepper. Season with a pinch of salt. Saute until tender, then add the garlic, oregano, white pepper and cayenne pepper. Stir and cook until garlic is tender and pot is fragrant.
  • Drain and add the soaked beans. Stir to coat the beans, then add the chicken stock, raise the heat and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce to a simmer, cook for 30 to 40 minutes, or until beans are al dente. Add the bacon, and sausage back into the pot along with the rice. Cook 30 minutes more or until rice is tender and the liquid has absorbed. Stir in chopped fresh parsley just before serving. Season to taste.

HOPPIN' JOHN WITH ANDOUILLE



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Hoppin' John is a traditional peas and rice Southern dish. This recipe uses andouille sausage as the protein and includes other flavorful ingredients such as okra, peppers, celery and tomato. Recipe developed by Food Network Kitchen.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 12-ounce package fully cooked andouille sausages, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 10-ounce bag frozen sliced okra, thawed and drained
3 stalks celery, sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 bunch scallions, roughly chopped (white and green parts separated)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
Kosher salt
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup frozen black-eyed peas, thawed
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and okra; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 2 minutes. Remove to a plate; cover to keep warm. Add the celery, bell pepper and scallion whites to the skillet. Cover and cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
  • Uncover the skillet; stir in the garlic, thyme and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add the rice and stir to coat. Stir in the black-eyed peas and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 18 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the sausage-okra mixture, the tomatoes and scallion greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 50 milligrams, Sodium 878 milligrams, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 5 grams

EASY HOPPIN' JOHN



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An easy week night dinner that my kids love. Have it with a nice salad, and dinner is done. The red pepper should be adjusted to fit your family's taste.

Provided by DONIGL

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound smoked beef sausage, cut into bite-size pieces
1 small onion, chopped
3 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 (10.75 ounce) cans low sodium chicken stock
1 cup water
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 cups uncooked instant rice

Steps:

  • Place the sausage and onion into a large saucepan over medium heat, and cook and stir until the sausage begins to brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in the black-eyed peas, chicken stock, water, and cayenne pepper, and bring to a boil. Stir in the rice, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 39.3 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1152.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

HOPPIN' JOHN (BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH KIELBASA)



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Categories     Bean     Herb     Onion     Pork     High Fiber     New Year's Day     New Year's Eve     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup dried black-eyed peas
6 ounces smoked kielbasa sausage
1 medium onion
2 garlic cloves
2 celery ribs
1/2 fresh jalapeño chile
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves
Accompaniment: cooked rice

Steps:

  • Quick-soak black-eyed peas.
  • Quarter kielbasa lengthwise and cut quarters crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces. Chop onion and mince garlic. Cut celery crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Wearing rubber gloves, seed and mince jalapeño.
  • In a 3-quart heavy kettle cook kielbasa, onion, garlic, celery, jalapeño, and bay leaf in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until onion is softened. Add peas and broth and simmer, covered, 20 minutes, or until peas are tender. Discard bay leaf and stir in coriander and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve Hoppin' John spooned over rice.

SOUTHERN HOPPIN' JOHN



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This is a quick and easy side dish that will become a favorite of your family.-Anne Creech, Kinston, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small green or sweet red pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
6 green onions, sliced
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1 can (15 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels; discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute pepper, celery and onions in drippings until almost tender. Add rice, water and seasonings. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add peas and bacon; simmer 10 minutes longer. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

QUICK HOPPIN' JOHN SOUP



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This is a modification of my father's hoppin' john recipe. The only difference between his and mine is the use of tomatoes. It's a great recipe for the holidays (New Year's) or any time during winter months. There are many versions of this recipe here, but this one is quick so you can throw it together after a long day at work for the whole family to enjoy!

Provided by ThoHug

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound sage pork sausage
1 (6 ounce) package uncooked long grain and wild rice mix, with seasoning packet
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with liquid
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups water
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Crumble sausage into a skillet over medium heat and cook until evenly brown.
  • In a large pot, mix the cooked sausage, rice mix with seasoning packet, black-eyed peas, tomatoes, broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 20 minutes, or until rice is tender. Season to taste with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1450.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

- For a more intense flavor, use smoked sausage or kielbasa instead of regular sausage. - Add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the pot for a spicy kick. - Simmer the Hoppin' John for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. - Serve Hoppin' John with cornbread, collard greens, and black-eyed peas for a traditional Southern meal. - Leftover Hoppin' John can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Hoppin' John is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and quick cooking time, Hoppin' John is a great option for busy cooks who want a tasty and satisfying meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give Hoppin' John a try!

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