Hoppin' John: Black Eyed Peas
Ring in the New Year by eating a big bowl of black eyed peas for good luck! This simple Hoppin' John recipe comes together quickly by using canned black eyed peas, bacon, onion, garlic, chicken bouillon and herbs. It is full of flavor and it makes a delicious main dish served over white rice or it can be enjoyed alongside any meal.
Happy Holidays! I can't believe the New Year is almost here, it seems like the year flew by in record time. It has been a busy and challenging year in many ways. I will be welcoming in the New Year with some different goals for myself, but more about that later. Right now, what is on my mind is celebrating!
We are on a lovely family vacation this week, so I was not sure if we would be able to make our favorite New Year's day dish: Hoppin' John. However, my husband and I did an experiment a few weeks ago and modified his Hoppin' John recipe to make it easier to prepare while on the road. We used canned black eyed peas to avoid having to soak them over night and it was just as tasty!
What is Hoppin' John?
Hoppin' John is a traditional Southern dish often served on New Year's Day to bring good luck for the incoming year. The peas symbolize pennies or coins. Some families add a coin to the pot or place them under each bowl as they are served in hopes of a prosperous year. Of course, I did not want to miss having a bowl on New Year's Day!
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What do I need to make the Black Eyed Peas?
You will need the following ingredients to make this delicious beans and rice recipe:
- Canned Black Eyed Peas
- Bacon
- White Onion
- Garlic
- Celery
- Oregano
- Basil
- Black Pepper
- Chicken Bouillon
- Cilantro
* A Great addition to the Black Eyed Peas is this easy Homemade Pico de Gallo Recipe!
Kitchen Items Needed:
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- Cutting Board
- Sharp Knife
- Stock Pot
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
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How do I make the Hoppin' John?
This Hoppin' John recipe is so easy, there are just 2 steps to make it!
Step 1: Sauté the bacon over medium heat in a heavy stock pot until browned. Then, add in the onion and celery, cook for about 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in the fresh, chopped garlic and cook for additional 30 seconds.
Step 2: Add both cans of undrained black eyed peas and 1 cup of water to the stock pot. Then, add oregano, basil, pepper and chicken bouillon cube. Stir until the bouillon cube has dissolved. Then simmer for 15 minutes. Serve over white rice and top with fresh cilantro and chopped green onion.
SO TELL ME...
Do you have a a favorite New Year's tradition? Do you eat something on New Year's Day to bring luck for the incoming year? Do you cook while you are on vacation?
Thank you so much for stopping by! As always, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below. Happy New Year, I hope 2017 is the best ever for you and your family!
Looking for something fresh to top your beans with? Try this yummy Pico de Gallo Recipe!
Hoppin’ John
Ingredients
Instructions
- Saute bacon over medium heat in a heavy stock pot until browned
- Add onion and celery and sauté until softened, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add fresh, chopped garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add both cans of undrained black eyed peas and 1 cup of water
- Stir in oregano, basil, pepper and chicken bouillon cube. Stir until bouillon cube dissolves.
- Simmer for 15 Minutes
- Serve hot over white rice and garnish with cilantro and chopped green onion.
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