Hoppin' John

Name: Hoppin' John
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 135 min
Ingredients: 1.5 cups dry black-eyed peas; 1 pound ham hocks; 1 onion, chopped; 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; salt and pepper to taste; 4 cups water; 1.5 cups long-grain white rice; 1 cup shredded smoked Cheddar cheese

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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!

Recipe by Eileen Mintz

Updated on August 8, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 15 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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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

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 (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.