HOPPIN' JOHN

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I eat this dish every New Year's day, it's supposed to bring you luck, and so far my life's been pretty good. It's also good anytime you need a hearty homey meal!

Provided by Daisy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups dry black-eyed peas
1 pound ham hocks
1 onion, chopped
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups water
1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
1 cup shredded smoked Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large pan place the peas, ham hock, onion, red pepper, salt and pepper. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Remove ham hock and cut meat into pieces. Return meat to pot. Stir in the rice, cover and cook until rice is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle shredded cheese over top, if desired. Serve

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.9 calories, Carbohydrate 64.1 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 618.5 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Kyle Blaauw
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I made this recipe for a New Year's Day dinner and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Mohammed Zinatu
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again.


Jerry RICHARDSON
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I've never had Hoppin' John before, but this recipe was amazing. I will definitely be making it again.


Bal Tara
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This dish is so flavorful and comforting. I love it!


SONNA PAKISTAN
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


Sophia Boulan
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Yum!


Usama Bilal
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Jaabir Mawlid
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Chris Aroka
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This was my first time making Hoppin' John and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


Md Muntasir Thasin
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's a one-pot meal too.


Gamer Clan
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This Hoppin' John recipe was absolutely delicious! I made it for my family last night and everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the dish was so easy to make.