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Hoppin' John

Course Side Dish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Servings 6
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups dry black-eyed peas
  • 1 pound ham hocks
  • 1 onion peeled and 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 Cheddar cheese
  • chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, place the peas, ham hocks, onion, red pepper, salt, and pepper and then cover with the water. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 1 1/2 hours.

  2. Remove the ham hocks and cut off the meat into pieces. Return the meat to the pot and stir in the rice. Cook for 20-25 minutes, until the rice is cooked through. Season to taste with more salt and pepper and serve with the shredded cheddar cheese. Top with chopped green onions, if desired.