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!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

  1. 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.

  2. 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 (per serving)

475 Calories
9g Fat
64g Carbs
34g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 475
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 61mg 20%
Sodium 619mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 64g 23%
Dietary Fiber 5g 19%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 34g
Vitamin C 2mg 11%
Calcium 204mg 16%
Iron 6mg 31%
Potassium 569mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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