Hoppin’ John
A hearty stew out of the South, Hoppin’ John’s made from a heapin’ mix of black-eyed peas, rice and Indiana Kitchen ham!
Servings Prep Time
8 20minutes
Cook Time
1hour
Servings Prep Time
8 20minutes
Cook Time
1hour
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Drain and rinse the soaked peas.
  2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, add onion and celery and sauté for until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes more.
  3. Add ham, broth, tomatoes and chilies and bay leaf. Heat to boiling. Then reduce heat to simmer and stir in the peas.
  4. Add salt to taste. Let simmer for 50 to 60 minutes or until peas are tender.
  5. Remove and discard bay leaf and serve over cooked rice.
Recipe Notes

Hoppin’ John can be made with the rice, rather than served on top, if desired. Some variations call for greens, cabbage, bacon or bone-in ham.